After convening for a budget hearing on July 2, the Comanche County Commission began reviewing the county’s preliminary 2027 budget draft at 9:19 a.m.
The discussion was led by Scot Loyd of the Loyd Group, in Galva, the county’s auditor and budget preparer, since June of last year. The discussion lasted nearly two hours.
Faced with a projected budget shortfall, commissioners discussed options for bridging the gap. County officials said an additional $210,000 in tax revenue – requiring a 15-mill increase – would be needed to remain revenue neutral.
The county will continue budget discussions Tuesday July 14.
Commissioners approved changing the county’s official newspaper designation to The Star-Press following the merger of The Western Star and Protection Press under the new name, which took place in June.
