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Lawrence County adopts 2026 budget; commissioners approve supplementing health-insurance shortfall if needed
Summary
Lawrence County commissioners approved Resolution 2025-30 to adopt the 2026 county budget, allowing for a later supplement to cover an unexpected $6,459 health-insurance cost for a new hire. The board voted to approve the budget 'as is' with the understanding they may supplement during the year.
Lawrence County commissioners voted to adopt the county's 2026 budget by passing Resolution 2025-30 after discussion about a health-insurance adjustment for a recently hired staff member.
Treasurer Amber (staff) told the board she had budgeted the new hire's health-insurance as single coverage, but the employee selected spouse coverage, creating an additional cost of $6,459. Commissioners considered whether to alter the adopted budget now or approve and make a supplemental appropriation later. Commissioner Flanagan moved to adopt the budget as presented, noting any required supplement could be made in next year's budget process; the motion carried by voice vote.
The board also closed a previously held public hearing on the budget before taking the final vote. Treasurer's regular financial reports preceded the vote, showing county cash balances and short-term holdings. The commission instructed staff to prepare any necessary supplemental paperwork should the additional insurance cost materialize.
The budget resolution took effect immediately upon the board's approval; commissioners said they expected to monitor expenditures closely and return to the board if a formal supplement were needed.
