County administrator presented the 2027 draft operating and capital budgets showing a $23.9M levy, projected mill rate falling to 2.36 per $1,000, a small FTE reduction, and recommended continued debt financing to keep the levy stable.

Polk County commissioners adopted a tentative FY26-27 budget of $3,911,064,517 and set tentative millage rates unchanged countywide at 6.6348 mills, citing growth pressures, reserves policy and one-time funds contingent on a statewide referendum.

Commissioners set the countywide tentative operating millage at 6.6348 mills and adopted tentative MSTU rates (parks 0.5286; library 0.1985; stormwater 0.0941; Rancho Benito 9.1272), with staff noting small percent increases over rollback rates and revenue effects.

The Polk County Board approved a 2026 budget and a $29.25 million levy (3% increase), adopted personnel policy changes including Minnesota Paid Leave participation and a new longevity schedule, and approved a range of operational contracts, equipment purchases and planning decisions.

County finance staff presented a 2026 budget preview that holds a proposed levy increase at 3% and outlines personnel and benefit changes; commissioners were briefed on use of fund balance, Tri-County costs and plans to formalize a fund-balance policy. Public hearing set for 6:00 p.m.

Council approves new city member and discusses budget impact and upcoming projects.

City officials plan budget vote, including tax rate and salary increases for elected leaders.

County announces 12.22% rise in certified values impacting 2025 budgeting decisions.