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ADMINISTRATION / COUNTY BUDGET - FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 ADOPTED BUDGET - Chief Administrator Gabriel Hydrick
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Requested Action(s)
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a) PUBLIC HEARING - FY 2026-27 Adopted Budget Report and Recommendations
b) Introductory session to present the proposed revisions to the Recommended Budget and administrative recommendations
c) Public Comments
d) Request Board Consensus to either accept or modify the administrative recommendations for revisions to the FY 2026-27 Recommended Budget
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Financial Impact:
The Adopted Budget serves as the County's financial blueprint, aligning resource allocations with strategic community priorities. It details both planned expenditures and projected revenues, providing the framework necessary to maintain long-term fiscal stability and ensure the continuous delivery of essential public services to the residents of Tehama County.
Background Information:
The development of the Tehama County Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget followed a structured, multi-phase process in accordance with California Government Code (Sections 29000 et seq.) and the County's financial management policies, moving sequentially from the initial Recommended Budget phase to final adoption.
The Recommended Budget phase officially commenced with the release of the finalized presentation schedule and supporting budget dashboards on May 20, 2026. Shortly thereafter, the Board of Supervisors conducted public budget hearings from May 26 through May 28, 2026. During these sessions, department heads presented their baseline operational needs and revenue estimates through dedicated 30- to 45-minute blocks. The hearings opened with County Administration on the morning of May 26 and concluded with Public Works on May 28, with minor schedule adjustments accommodated for specific departments.
Throughout this budget cycle, the County utilized a hybrid budgeting methodology combining Program-Based and Zero-Based budgeting principles. This approach all...
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