Budget Meeting - 9/14/26

The Vigo County Budget Committee meeting on September 14, 2026, focused extensively on budget requests and staffing needs across various county programs. Key procurement-related discussions included a $4,950 funding request for the newly certified mental health treatment court, with deliberations on appropriate funding sources such as opioid dollars versus the general fund. The committee also addressed stipends for county employees, particularly house managers at the Vigo County Homes for Children, approving a $4,000 stipend allocation from a non-reverting fund. Additionally, the committee approved funding for three part-time positions for the CASA program to maintain current staffing levels amid state funding cuts, with a total cost of approximately $58,000. Grade changes for several county positions, including tax supervisor and clerk roles, were approved to reflect increased responsibilities. The committee discussed jail staffing challenges and overtime costs, recommending the sheriff request additional jailer positions in the upcoming budget cycle. Finally, there was consideration of legal counsel funding to assist with financial and legal interpretations related to county funds. Several motions related to budget appropriations, stipends, and staffing were passed during the meeting.