For individuals and families trying to make ends meet in our current economic climate – times are tough. Everything is significantly more expensive, from food and fuel to building materials and services we all count on every day. That’s why the Board of County Commissioners made it an absolute priority to establish a budget for FY23 that provided relief but did not add to that burden.
Ada County’s more than two thousand employees are our most important and valuable assets. They are the people who drive the ambulances, operate the landfill, and maintain our beautiful parks and greenbelt. They are also the people who put on the Western Idaho Fair and keep our community safe by operating the courts and the jail. They are your friends, neighbors and family who work every day to make sure Ada County Offices and departments run smoothly and serve you with the utmost professionalism.
Ada County did not take the 3% allowable increase in the property tax budget. We were able to do this and still manage our finances in a way that we could address wage increases needed by Ada County employees who are reeling from inflation along with so many others. The Board also took New Construction Roll (NCR) which essentially allows growth to pay for itself. Every decision we made about the FY23 Ada County Budget was informed by a belief that people come first and managing money in a fiscally responsible manner provides opportunities for success for the entire community.
The Ada County FY23 budget will be formally adopted Tuesday August 16, 2022 during the Board of Commissioner’s Open Business Meeting.