Judges warn of rising case volumes, aging servers and reporter shortages in budget presentation Judges and court staff told commissioners their 2026 request reflects modest increases for raises but growing operational pressure from rising civil and foreclosure caseloads, new Supreme Court mandates, aging servers and a statewide court-reporter shortage that could push investment toward electronic transcription and video systems.

Judges in Richland County are sounding the alarm over rising case volumes and a critical shortage of court reporters, warning that operational pressures could reshape the future of the local justice system.

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County Officials Discuss IT Budget Allocations and Future Technology Needs Officials review IT budget allocations and equipment needs for 2026 and 2027.

Cowlitz County officials face critical budget decisions, emphasizing the need to fund essential services while wrestling with tech allocation challenges.

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Prosecutor's Office seeks clear technology budget amid ongoing equipment needs Department leaders push for dedicated technology line in budgeting discussions.

Bonner County officials are pushing for a dedicated technology budget in the Prosecutor's Office to ensure efficient operations and accountability—will they succeed?

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