Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tulare County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in taxes budget with critical priority
FEMA reimbursement for 2023 floods and 2020 fire secured
Three and a half years after the 2023 floods, the county is still owed about $42 million for 37 road and bridge projects, and nothing has been obligated since September 2025. The board approved a blunt letter demanding federal intervention, warning bridges in places like Three Rivers still need repair.
FY 2026/27 County Budget Adoption
The preliminary budget projects $187.1 million in revenue and an $8.089 million fiscal year deficit, with claims spend raised dramatically from the prior consultant's estimates. A 50% stop loss premium increase is budgeted conservatively, and the plan will test the market against the captive arrangement.