Scott County approves FY 2627 budget, sets 75‑cent tax rate after split vote

The Scott County Board of Supervisors adopted a fiscal year 2627 budget and approved an appropriation resolution on a 4–3 roll‑call split, and it adopted a corrected tax levy resolution that sets the county tax rate at 75 cents per $100 of assessed value.

The board voted to approve the tax levy after county staff said the public-service-corporation rate needed to match the real-estate rate of 75 cents. Chair (presiding) explained the action, saying, “Yes, that is the setting the tax rate for the coming year.” The roll call recorded Daryl Jeter, Michael Bricky, Chris Manus and Stephanie Addington voting yes; Sh Glover, Eddie Ski and Danny Castile voting no.

Supervisors then adopted the FY 2627 spending plan. County Administrator Mr. Wilson told the board the adopted budget will likely require later amendments after the state budget is released, and he and other members said auditors recommended adopting a budget now and adjusting it later if needed.

In financial remarks, Mr. Wilson summarized the county’s available cash balance and noted that reserves will likely be used to cover some year‑end shortfalls; an exact reserve drawdown amount was not specified during the meeting. He also said the county expects to seek budget amendments as state funding details become clear.

Votes at a glance:
- Tax levy resolution (set real-estate and public-service corporation rate at $0.75): approved by roll call, 4–3.
- FY 2627 budget adoption: approved by roll call, 4–3.
- Appropriation resolution for FY 2627: approved by roll call, 4–3.

The board indicated the budget process will continue: staff will return with recommended amendments after the state budget is finalized and auditors complete year‑end work.