Baker Tilly reported an August cash balance just under $5.5M and modeled $1.0M of theater capital in 2027 plus $1.7M in 2028 (total $2.7M), projecting an ending available cash of just under $4M by end of 2028 under that scenario; board discussed debt reserve, staggered CDs and keeping liquidity for future projects.

Baker Tilly reported a July-end cash balance around $5.3 million including investments, a $1.5 million CD purchase, and modest growth in food & beverage distributions. The board directed staff to budget $500,000 in August and September for theater capital pending an RFP and reimbursement from the IEDC.

The Vigo County budget committee approved the bulk of departmental spending requests after reviewing the 'twos, threes and fours,' but tabled several items — including opioid‑fund allocations, a surveyor/GIS grade change and select highway lines — for a follow‑up meeting Monday 1–3 p.m.

Vigo County’s budget committee moved elected officials to the study midpoint and approved a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for council members plus a $150 per-meeting per diem for committee appointees; the committee also discussed grade changes and coroner classification and asked HR for final grade calculations.

The council adopted the countys 2026 budget and approved several final readings and appropriation requests, including an amended statement of benefits for Great Dane and multiple fire-district budgets; most measures passed unanimously.

Officials highlight challenges in funding as most grants diminish and budgets tighten.

Commissioners address venue options and express concerns over space availability and ethics.