Commissioners push back on treasurer's $4.5 million increase, flag county internet charge
During a budget review the Seward County Board of Commissioners questioned a proposed $4,500,000 overall increase in the treasurer's budget and noted a county-wide internet charge placed on the treasurer's bill (about $9,000), prompting a promise to reexamine consultant and IT arrangements.
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The Seward County Board of Commissioners scrutinized the treasurer's proposed budget, with the chair saying the overall ask amounted to "$4,500,000 more than last year, which is not possible." The treasurer's office representative described personnel increases (4% merit raises) and higher data-processing costs, and a commissioner pointed out that the county's internet charges are currently billed through the treasurer's account.
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