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Van Buren County quorum court adopts 2026 budget, approves several appropriations and emergency policy amendments
Summary
The court adopted the 2026 operating budget (including 4% raises), approved appropriations to the 911 and solid-waste funds, authorized multiple transfers including sheriff budget adjustments, and acknowledged emergency clauses on two personnel-related ordinances.
Van Buren County’s Quorum Court voted to adopt the county’s annual operating budget for calendar year 2026 and approved a package of related ordinances and transfers during its recent meeting.
Sponsor Nikki Brown presented the 2026 operating budget, noting improved revenue and carryover projections, a general reserve above $2 million and the removal next year of a library subsidy that will reduce recurring support. The budget includes 4% across-the-board raises for county employees. After brief discussion, the court approved the budget by roll call.
Votes at a glance
- O-2024-54: Appropr…
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