2027 Budget Vision Session

The Kenosha County 2027 Budget Vision Session held on June 5, 2026, focused extensively on fiscal year 2025 financial results, ongoing capital projects, and budget planning for 2027. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on the human services building project, with $31.4 million committed to design and construction and $2.5 million spent from contingency funds to address unforeseen challenges. The county is actively managing contract negotiations with CMA Construction Management regarding additional costs and change orders. The courtroom restoration project was also highlighted, with $6.1 million invested and completion anticipated by August 2026. Financial staff detailed the county's strong AAA bond rating, which has saved over $1 million in interest costs, and discussed the strategy to reduce borrowing for the human services building by allocating $1.1 million in surplus funds. The meeting outlined the 2027 budget calendar, emphasizing department budget submissions, capital financing plans, and upcoming committee reviews. Other procurement-related topics included the sheriff's office technology upgrade contract with Axon, expansion of school resource officers through MOUs, and public works capital projects such as road resurfacing and park improvements. The session also covered operational budget surpluses and deficits, with human services returning $7 million due to higher intergovernmental revenues and lower placement costs. Overall, the meeting provided a comprehensive overview of current and planned capital improvement projects, budget management strategies, and procurement oversight to support county services and infrastructure.