Scott County previews 2027 budget with proposed 7.83% preliminary levy increase
County staff recommended a preliminary 7.83% levy increase for 2027 as officials weigh rising payroll, health‑insurance and program costs, and potential state cost‑shift scenarios for SNAP and LTSS that could drive the levy higher.
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Scott County staff presented a preliminary 2027 budget framework that includes $1.66 million in earlier-identified reductions carried into 2027 and a recommended preliminary levy increase of 7.83% to be brought to the board in September.
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