# 9/15/26 Grand Forks County Board of Commissioners Special Meeting

The Grand Forks County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on September 15, 2026, focused primarily on reviewing and discussing the 2027 budget. Key procurement-related topics included budget allocations for salaries, benefits, capital improvements, and service agreements. The board debated the use of leftover salary and benefits funds from 2026 to support the 2027 budget, with some members advocating for accumulating cash reserves due to uncertainties around future capital needs such as the sheriff's office, dams, and the old jail. Specific budget line items were scrutinized, including consulting services, insurance reserves, advertising, training, and service agreements for technology and law enforcement equipment. The board also discussed the addition of a new GIS position and its impact on consulting needs. A motion was passed unanimously to restore funding for community service and the advocacy center to their original requested amounts, funded by adjusting the budget cap. The meeting concluded with recognition of the detailed budget work and approval of a balanced budget with a slight tax decrease. Follow-up action items include further review of cash reserves and potential budget amendments related to public health responsibilities and septic system oversight.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Professional Services, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Sources
- [9/15/26 Grand Forks County Board of Commissioners Special Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DIE4d1_W6lc) - Grand Forks County