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FY 2026-27 county budget adoption

The county faces an $8.7 million general fund deficit closed with one-time money, and department heads warned the cuts — to the Sheriff, DA, archives, library, planning and more — will mean slower service and public-safety risks. Final adoption is set for June 23.

3 mentionsLast discussed Sep 22, 2026

CriticalTaxes Budget

Fire District Funding Reductions

The June budget cut TOT money that had gone to local fire districts, and firefighters, chiefs, and residents packed the hearing to demand it back. The Board restored about $500,000 using one-time funds, but warned the structural deficit means next year will be harder.

11 mentionsLast discussed Sep 8, 2026