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Hillsdale County adopts 2026 budget after line‑item amendments
Summary
The Hillsdale County Board of Commissioners adopted the county's 2026 general and special revenue budgets after a series of amendments that shifted funding for jail staffing, IT, and other county services. The final budget passed unanimously after roll‑call votes and several contested changes.
HILLSDALE, Mich. — The Hillsdale County Board of Commissioners adopted its 2026 general fund and special revenue budgets on Dec. 23, approving amendments intended to cover newly negotiated wages and targeted needs across county departments.
The board voted to adopt Resolution 25‑175, the county’s 2026 general fund appropriation, as amended. Commissioners also approved companion special‑fund appropriations and line‑item transfers that together reflect a series of targeted adjustments the board made during extended budget discussion.
Finance Director Derek (first name in transcript), who presented the proposed budgets and the recommended amendments, told commissioners the package reflects revenue adjustments (including…
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