Pine County board sets preliminary 2026 levy after budget debate
Sep 16, 2025
Sep 16, 2025
County commissioners set a preliminary levy of $23.38 million (about 2.6%) after weeks of budget work, approving a package that includes targeted support for Health & Human Services and a mix of savings and modest revenue increases.
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The Pine County Board of Commissioners voted to set a preliminary levy of $23,379,297 — approximately a 2.6% increase — after a long budget discussion focused on department deficits and potential savings. The motion was approved by voice vote with one recorded opposing vote.
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