The fiscal status of Lawrence County looks good in the future after the preliminary approval of an approximately $10.8 million budget by the county board this week.
They took the action after holding a public hearing on the proposed spending plan Wednesday, October 21st at the Lawrence County Courthouse.
It anticipates about $4.8 million in revenue with a surplus of about $32,000. This despite an appropriation of around $83,000 for the creation of a new Veterans Assistance Commission (VAC) to assist local veterans and their families beginning in 2027-28
The tentative budget will be on public display for 30 days in the Lawrence County Clerk's Office before it is formally enacted by the board in November.
Also approved was a joint agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) for the preliminary engineering on a federally funded road improvement project on the Sumner Blacktop south of the city. The work will involve asphalt shoulder work and rumble strips.
Operator never licensed
Congressman Yakym helps secure $2.88 million to strengthen rail infrastructure in northern Indiana
Indiana State Comptroller’s Office earns top financial reporting honor
Indiana DNR modifies 2027 Lake Michigan stocking plan to support larger, healthier fish
Right to Life of North Central Indiana welcomes Sarah Perschbacher as new executive director
Marshall County Sheriff to collect unwanted drugs at Walgreens in Plymouth on Saturday
Election Board to hear case on County Commissioner candidate's eligibility
Marshall County residents invited to contribute to America 250 Time Capsule
