October 29, 2026
Follow a county budget from revenue estimates to department appropriations, and see how those figures connect in the adopted budget. Learn how to spot one-time funding, trace changes between proposed and final versions, and check when public comment is scheduled.
October 13, 2026
Trace how a proposal moves through committee review, recommendation, and a final board vote—and why a committee’s approval may not settle the matter. Learn how to check agendas, quorum rules, and meeting records to follow a decision at each stage.
September 25, 2026
A precise map of county power and duties: how the board of supervisors or commissioners, the county administrator, and department heads interact to pass budgets and oversee services. This piece explains decision pathways and where to locate official process documents for verification.