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Lucas County commissioners approve 2026 general fund budget and $11.8 million capital plan
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Lucas County commissioners approved a $208.8 million 2026 general fund appropriation resolution and an $11.8 million capital plan. Officials said rising costs will outpace revenue by about $12.1 million in 2026 but pledged to use reserves and one-time funds while pursuing efficiencies.
Lucas County commissioners voted unanimously to approve the county’s 2026 general fund appropriation resolution and an $11.8 million capital plan after a presentation from the county’s administration and Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The board recorded affirmative roll-call votes on the motion to adopt the appropriation.
Administrator Ford and OMB director John Wenzlick said the 2026 general fund budget forecasts $196.7 million in revenue against $208.8 million in expenses, producing a projected shortfall of roughly $12.1 million. Wenzlick noted that stronger-than-expected 2025 receipts — including higher property tax,…
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