Delaware County Budget Hearing AM session - September 22nd, 2026

The Delaware County Government held a budget hearing on September 22, 2026, focusing primarily on fiscal planning for the upcoming years, including revenue projections, expenditure controls, and salary adjustments. Key procurement-related discussions included the potential for salary increases across various departments, with considerations of 1% to 5% raises debated to address staffing shortages and competitive pay, particularly in public safety. The council reviewed budget impacts of salary adjustments excluding certain departments already receiving raises, and discussed the financial implications of a $1.7 million flood mitigation project requiring low-interest loans and FEMA funding. The meeting also covered operational budget concerns such as utility costs, workers' compensation premiums, and the transition of some employees to 40-hour workweeks. The council planned to reconvene for further budget deliberations and requested detailed salary increase proposals to finalize the budget for adoption in early October.