Commissioners reviewed a proposed calendar of 2026 meeting dates and debated whether to add a preliminary budget meeting in July to allow department heads and stakeholders extra time to prepare before August and October deadlines. Several commissioners said starting budget conversations earlier would reduce scheduling pressure during the busy fall season and recommended at least 30 days' notice for any special meetings tied to election timelines.

The board voted to approve the 2026 meeting dates as presented. Commissioners also discussed blading (road grading) contracts, with highway staff describing what they see as an excessive number of blade passes in recent summers and recommending an overhaul of the contract language and expectations. The board agreed that portfolio holders should meet with highway staff to develop proposed changes and then bring recommendations back to the full commission for review and approval.

No formal changes to the county budget or blading contracts were adopted at the meeting; staff were directed to convene portfolio meetings and return proposals for the commission to consider.