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Essex County staff warn revenue likely flat as several tax lines show uncertainty
Summary
County finance staff told the Board of Supervisors that overall 2026 revenues look similar to last year, with real estate collections likely below the billed 'book,' uncertainty in public-service valuations, and modest increases proposed for penalties and some fees. No decisions were made.
County staff told the Essex County Board of Supervisors on March 4 that the county’s revenue picture for fiscal 2026 is unlikely to change dramatically from last year and that several lines remain uncertain.
Staff outlined their preliminary projections during an informational budget work session, stressing that the meeting was for discussion only and no votes were taken. The county’s real estate 'book' was cited in staff remarks as roughly in the low‑$11 million range, and staff said typical real estate collection rates historically run about 96–97 percent but that they expect actual collections to be below the billed amount this year. "Real estate values are ready, available," a revenue staff member said, adding that the county does not always…
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