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Commissioners propose FY2026 salary increases, set publication for budget calendar
Summary
The court voted to publish proposed FY2026 salary and allowance increases for elected and precinct officials, including a 3% COLA across positions, mandated judicial increases and an additional sheriff base adjustment; commissioners also directed equalizing one commissioner allowance for publication.
Ellis County Commissioners on July 22 voted to propose and publish a set of fiscal‑year 2026 salary and allowance changes for elected and precinct officials as required by Local Government Code Section 152.013. The publication step sets a “not to exceed” ceiling for later budget action and triggers the statutory notice and request‑for‑hearing process.
What was proposed: County staff asked the court to propose a 3% cost‑of‑living adjustment (COLA) to elected officials’ salaries and related 3% increases across county positions, reflect statutorily mandated increases for certain…
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