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Brown County Approves 2027 Budget, Decreasing Mill Rate and Debt

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What happened

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The Brown County Board of Supervisors approved the 2027 budget plan, which was put together by County Executive Troy Streckenbach, with a 22-2 vote. The plan sets the budgeted levy at $97.77 million and decreases the 2027 mill rate by 12 cents, down to $2.54. Additionally, the outstanding debt for the county is projected to decrease by $7.41 million, bringing the balance to $22.44 million.

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The approved budget prioritizes a sustainable, long-term approach to county services. Major projects funded by the plan include the South Bridge Connector, flood monitors on the East River, and second-phase construction for the Port Development Site and South Landfill projects.

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  • Brown CountySpeculative

    Property taxpayers might see a reduction in costs due to the lower mill rate and decreased outstanding debt.

  • FincantieriSpeculative

    Fincantieri might see improved operational capacity due to funding for the Port Development Site.

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