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Rockdale County approves first reading of 2026 budget, emphasizes public safety and reserves
Summary
At first reading the board approved a structurally balanced 2026 budget with $126.77 million in revenues, prioritized public safety spending (largest increase) and used a $3.5M fund-balance transfer for capital; the second reading is scheduled for Nov. 18.
The Rockdale County Board of Commissioners approved the first reading of the county's 2026 appropriation ordinance on Nov. 10, advancing a proposed $126.77 million budget that staff said is balanced and focused on public safety and workforce investment.
Finance staff (identified during the meeting as Krishna, the finance director) walked the board through budget highlights: projected revenues of $126,770,000, operating…
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