Colfax County approves intra-fund budget adjustments to cover fire, program and sheriff costs

County commissioners voted to approve Resolution 2026-27 on budget adjustments that reclassify existing appropriations to cover equipment, maintenance and operating needs.

"I'll share my screen here. We'll do a quick run-through of our budget adjustments," said Justin, the county staff member who presented the proposal. The adjustments include a $46,412 increase for maintenance and equipment in the Ute Park volunteer fire department fund, two $10,000 reclassifications within the YES program fund (moving amounts from administrative or professional-service categories into supplies) and a $5,595 reclassification in the sheriff's fund that transfers money from vehicle fuel to professional services ($5,395) and postage ($200). Staff said the sheriff's postage request covers certified civil-service mail and the professional-services amount covers Green Mountain generator maintenance.

Commissioners asked whether reducing the vehicle-fuel allocation would leave the fleet short; staff replied there is about 59% of the annual budget remaining in that account. No commissioner opposed the measure; the motion carried on roll call with Commissioners Kern, Trujillo and Chairman Tatum voting yes.

The vote implements internal reassignments of already-available funds and does not require new revenue. The county manager said an amended draft incorporating a late request will be circulated for signature following the meeting.

The commission moved next to other agenda items including certification of road mileage and contract approvals.