· mecklenburg county ’ s general fund budget is set to grow by nearly 20 percent in the coming fiscal year at the same time county officials eye tax and fee decreases that could save households about $100 on average over the same time span. · the county is facing a $29 million budget shortfall and the county manager recommended slashing funding to several non-profits and local community service grants. · the county manager presented a budget of $2. 5 billion, a 1. 6% increase from the current budget , with a focus on protecting employees, funding education and workforce development initiatives, and addressing rising costs and revenue issues. Mecklenburg county adopted the budget with its tax hike, full school funding, and deep nonprofit cuts amid slowing revenue and economic uncertainty. Use this interactive tool to dive into the details of the budget ; The proposal adds a 0. 96-cent tax increase while cutting $6 million from community programs. · next month, officials will cast their final votes on mecklenburg county ’ s $2. 5 billion spending plan. Mecklenburg county is beginning to craft its fiscal year (fy) 2026 - 2027 budget. Including revenue sources, expense categories, position trends, and agency & service level budgets. Mecklenburg county leaders are facing a potential budget shortfall this year due to a deferred property tax increase from last year, as discussed at a county retreat in winston-salem.

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