Meeker County adopts 2026 budget and levy, approves personnel policies and commissioner pay The board adopted a $46.45 million 2026 budget and a $19.01 million property tax levy (9.16% increase), approved personnel adjustments including a 3% COLA for noncontract employees, and set commissioner salaries at $30,000 with per diems. The board also approved personnel policy updates that implement Minnesota’s paid leave program.

Meeker County has adopted a $46.45 million budget for 2026 that includes a 9.16% increase in property taxes and significant personnel policy updates, sparking important conversations about paid leave and employee adjustments.

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Commissioners Discuss Budget Challenges and Levy Impacts in Grove City Meeting Commissioners address budget concerns and upcoming local tax impacts in Grove City meeting.

The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is grappling with urgent budget challenges that could impact your tax bill—are you prepared for the changes ahead?

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