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Hamlin County auditors report nearly $15 million in holdings; Board reviews claims including $28,500 in sheriff expenses
Summary
Auditor Dixie Opdahl reported county cash on hand on May 1, 2026 totaling $14,965,571.02; the Board reviewed department claims, including $28,500.06 in Sheriff's Office expenses and a $22,318.16 Guardian Fleet equipment charge.
Auditor Dixie Opdahl reported county cash and holdings at the May 19 Board meeting: total cash on hand as of May 1, 2026 was $14,965,571.02. The minutes break that total down: Checking $6,469,885.87; Money Markets $493,038.11; CDs $7,600,600.00; Cash on Hand $4,130.28; Checks on Hand $386,426.13; Credit Card Deposit on Hand $11,090.63; Petty Cash $400.00. The minutes list General Fund holdings at $8,777,734.72 and details for special revenue, schools, townships and trust funds.
The Board also reviewed claims paid across departments. Notable entries recorded in the minutes include Sheriff expenses totaling $28,500.06 (including a Guardian Fleet equipment charge of $22,318.16), Road Department expenses of $18,514.89, and various courthouse, jail and professional service charges. The minutes itemize vendor names and amounts but do not include narrative discussion of the claims beyond listing.
The meeting adjourned at noon with the next meeting set for June 8, 2026 at 9:30 a.m.
