BUDGET DOCUMENTS

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* 1.) The county is seeking input on budget priorities to best align resources with community needs. Which of the following areas should be the county's top budget priorities? (Select up to three that are most important to you.)

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* 2.) To balance the FY 2026 budget, the county proposed a real estate tax rate increase of 1.5 cents per $100 of assessed value and nearly $60 million in spending reductions. What changes would you like to see to this proposal? (Select the option that best reflects your preference.)

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* 3.) In question 2, if you selected reduce the real estate tax rate and further reduce programs and services, which area(s) do you believe should be considered for reductions? (Select up to three that are most important to you.)

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* 4.) If a food and beverage tax is introduced, how should the county ensure it benefits the community effectively?

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* 5.) If the county were to restore reductions or make further investments in county programs and services, please indicate which area(s) you believe should be considered. (Select up to three that are most important to you.)

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Please share other comments you may have about the proposed FY 26 budget.

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BUDGET TIMELINE

Feb. 18: County Executive Presents His Advertised Budget to Board of Supervisors

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Feb. 18 - April 24: Online Feedback Open

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February-March: Budget Town Hall Meetings Across the County

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April 22-24: Board of Supervisors Holds Public Hearings; Provide Your Feedback In Person, By Telephone or by Recorded YouTube Video

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May 6: Board of Supervisors Marks Up FY26 Budget 

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May 13: Board of Supervisors Adopts FY26 Budget 

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July 1: FY26 Budget Year Begins