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Midlothian development board adopts 2026–27 operating budget, adds car allowance for executive director
Summary
The board adopted the 2026–27 operating budget with projected revenues near $9.2M and approved a $500/month automobile allowance for the executive director plus a $4,500 increase to conferences/training; the motion passed by voice vote.
Staff presented the proposed 2026–27 operating budget showing projected sales tax revenue of $8,783,750 and interest at $420,000, yielding a proposed revenue budget near $9.2 million. Staff noted some line items may change when July figures are available and that certain commitments (special projects and land purchases) affect available fund balance.
During discussion the chair moved to adopt the budget with a $500-per-month automobile allowance for the executive director and an additional $4,500 for conferences and training. The chair summarized the motion as adding the '5,100 a month automobile expense' and the board approved the motion by voice vote. Staff said the automobile allowance would be recorded as an allowance line item and appear in the budget accounting.
