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Union County introduces $559.19 million 2026 executive budget; public hearing set for April 30
Summary
Fiscal chair Kimberly Paul Palmeri Modette introduced a $559,192,647.06 2026 executive budget that includes a 2% tax-levy increase and a 21% rise in health and prescription costs; the public hearing and final adoption are scheduled for April 30. Public commenters questioned contract spending and ARPA use; County Manager Ed Oatman provided clarifications.
The Union County Board of County Commissioners formally introduced its 2026 executive budget, a $559,192,647.06 plan the fiscal committee described as necessary to maintain services amid rising fixed costs.
"Tonight, we introduce the Union County 2026 executive budget in the amount of $559,192,647.06," fiscal chair Kimberly Paul Palmeri Modette said as she opened the presentation, noting a 2% increase in the tax levy and a 21% jump in health and prescription benefits that pushed up fixed costs.
A video overview presented by County Manager Ed Oatman highlighted the county's AAA bond rating and said the budget reflects efforts to sustain public safety, infrastructure, human services and parks across 21 municipalities. "Through disciplined budgeting and long term planning, we…
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