Kandiyohi County Board to Preview 2026 Budget Before August Meeting

Kandiyohi County Officials Preview 2026 Budget Ahead of Upcoming Meeting The Kandiyohi County Board is set to review an initial outline of the 2026 fiscal plan during their August 5 session. This preliminary overview will highlight key projects and initiatives planned for 2026, along with their projected costs. Highlights of the preview include updates on various county expenditures, such as the discontinuation of the demolition landfill, procurement of capital equipment, and an anticipated increase of approximately $1.7 million in personnel-related expenses. These details are outlined in the agenda materials available online. Notably, the Kandiyohi County Sanitary Landfill will cease accepting construction and demolition waste after December 31. Following this initial presentation, county staff will refine budget estimates for each department, with more detailed information to be shared during the formal budget workshop scheduled for August 19. Additionally, during Tuesday's regular meeting, the board will review the second-quarter financial report for 2025. Preliminary data suggests the county is operating within expected financial parameters for the year. For more informat...