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McLean County Discusses Proposed $150 Million Budget Amid Cost Increases

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 21
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McLean County is currently in its budget season, where a proposed $150 million spending plan is under review. This plan represents a 4.1% increase of $5.9 million from the current fiscal year. The county noted that health insurance costs rose 22%, equating to about $2 million.

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The county stated that rising property values allow the property tax rate to decrease, which would result in a modest reduction for homeowners whose assessments do not change. Additionally, the county plans to introduce a program for the Sheriff’s Department costing $500,000 annually for the next decade.

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  • McLean CountyCounty government undergoing budget review
  • JohnstonCounty board chair discussing budget challenges

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  1. Tax calculation errors and erroneous levy assignments caused underbilling in McLean County and Village of Hudson.Sub-event
  2. County board chair discusses budget challenges.1 source

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