Pine County board discusses possible 6% preliminary levy increase for 2027

Sep 1, 2026

Board members discussed a proposed preliminary 6% levy increase for 2027 and options to balance the budget including using reserves, reducing positions, salary savings, and cutting non-mandated services; no final levy was adopted at the Sept. 1 meeting.

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The Pine County Board of Commissioners discussed the county's preliminary levy and budget considerations for 2027, including a possible 6% preliminary levy increase. Commissioners debated options to balance the budget, such as a combination of increased levy revenue, use of reserves, and targeted expense reductions.

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