Council previews 2027 budget, flags courthouse security, ADA and capital projects
County Administrator Kristi Dischinger and President Craig previewed the 2027 budget with proposed increases for group health, PERF, courthouse security updates ($75,000), courthouse repairs (tiling, bathrooms), server replacement and other capital items; workshops set for Aug. 18–19 and the next regular meeting Aug. 18.
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County Administrator Kristi Dischinger told the council the 2027 budget will include several high-ticket items spanning multiple funds: courthouse tiling and bathroom remodels, courthouse server replacement, security updates, jail evaluation costs, and costs tied to absorbing Solid Waste Management District operations. Dischinger also requested a $5,000 salary adjustment for her position and said one full-time comptroller position was eliminated in the transition. The Solid Waste District dissolution was expected Aug. 3, 2026, with a new fund (4029) to receive tipping-fee revenue.
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