Henry County commissioners adopt FY2021 budget

The Henry County Board of Commissioners voted at its June 16 regular meeting to adopt a $167,943,424 budget for the 2021 fiscal year, which begins July 1.

The action came after the board rescinded a May resolution approving the budget. Since the earlier meeting was a videoconference that had technical issues, commissioners felt that adequate attention was not given to public comment and citizen engagement. Nearly 53 percent of the county’s spending is for public safety, with 13 percent for general government accounts and 11 percent for judicial services, according to officials. The budget presentation highlighted the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic along with other factors.

The approved budget does not require a millage increase or use of fund balance.

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