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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Potter County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
County Equipment and Vehicle Fleet Upgrades
The court approved a batch of big-ticket purchases: a Tahoe for Constable #4, a wheel loader and UTV for Road and Bridge, a replacement F-250 for facilities, and new fire reporting software. Commissioners questioned why vehicle quotes came in over budget and discussed adding a buffer to future budget requests.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Property Tax Rate Adoption
The county adopted a $94.9 million budget and proposed a 6.1% tax rate increase to fund operations and a 2% employee pay raise. Taxpayers will see an estimated $55 annual increase on a median-valued homestead.
Employee Health Insurance Benefits Renewal
The court approved FY 2026-27 employee health insurance renewals with a modest 3% overall increase and introduced a 15% surcharge for spouses who have other employer-provided coverage.