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County Officials Close 2024 Budget Gap
Board approves funding package closing $19 million gap. But a new challenge awaits for 2025 budget.
Sep 20th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Low Sales Tax Collections Spell Trouble for County
Low sales tax collections could drive county budget deficit into double digits by end of year.
Jul 25th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
MCTS Adds 28 New Buses
But it's still not enough for the system's aging fleet.
Jul 13th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Supervisors Grudgingly Approve Raises for Sheriff’s Deputies
County Board unanimously approves new contract with sheriff's deputy union, but wants overtime under control.
May 24th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Liz Sumner Wins County Comptroller Race
Two-term county supervisor will replace longtime comptroller Scott Manske.
Apr 2nd, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Meet the Candidates for County Office
And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.
Apr 1st, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Meet the Candidates for County Office
And read the analysis of each race and bios for each candidate.
Mar 30th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
County Budget Woes Expected To Return Next Year
Despite new sales tax, county likely to have to cut positions and programs.
Mar 14th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Second Candidate Joins Race for County Comptroller
Capital Midwest Fund partner Michael Harper will run against Sup. Liz Sumner.
Jan 9th, 2024 by Graham Kilmer
Anne O’Connor Running for North Shore County Board Seat
O'Connor is co-founder of Bay Bridge, an advocacy organization focused on racism and segregation.
Dec 7th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
Comptroller Manske Won’t Seek Reelection
A county employee since 1992, Manske became the county's first elected financial officer in 2011.
Oct 13th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
What Strings Are Attached to Sales Tax Law?
State law enabling sales tax hike mandates new policies, though some won't change much.
Jul 12th, 2023 by Graham Kilmer
