FY 2026-2027 county budget
Summary
HHSA warned the governor's May revision cuts CalFresh and Medi-Cal administration, shifts costs to counties, and leaves indigent care unfunded — meaning counties may be asked to do more with less next fiscal year.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
Potential state cost shifts could strain the county general fund in the next budget cycle.
Currently unclear; the board hopes advocacy can restore funding.
Seniors, people with disabilities, CalFresh recipients, and vulnerable adults reliant on county services.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Supervisors - Aug 11, 2026
The county is still spending $2.1 million of fund balance on operations and reserves sit at $6.5 million versus a 7% policy goal — but revenues beat budget by ~$700K, helped by Yosemite-driven lodging taxes. Supervisors confirmed priorities: public safety, roads, community health, employee excellence, revenue generation.
Board of Supervisors - Jun 30, 2026
The recommended budget sets county spending and staffing for the coming year — it shapes services from roads to deputies. The board also planned early authorization for the County Administrator to approve purchases and capital projects before the final hearing.
Board of Supervisors - May 19, 2026
HHSA warned the governor's May revision cuts CalFresh and Medi-Cal administration, shifts costs to counties, and leaves indigent care unfunded — meaning counties may be asked to do more with less next fiscal year.
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