The Muscatine County Supervisors recently approved the county’s budget and levy rate for the upcoming fiscal year. The budget totals $43.8 million, with a levy rate of $4.75 per $1,000 of taxable valuation. The supervisors worked to maintain current services and invest in infrastructure, while also keeping the tax burden on residents in mind. The budget includes funding for various county departments, including the sheriff’s office, conservation, and public health. The supervisors also approved a number of capital projects, including the construction of a new law enforcement center and the renovation of the county courthouse. The levy rate is expected to generate approximately $14.5 million in revenue for the county. The supervisors noted that the budget and levy rate are designed to be fiscally responsible, while also meeting the needs of the community. The county’s budget and levy rate are subject to change, but the supervisors are confident that they have made responsible decisions. The budget and levy rate will go into effect on July 1, and will remain in place for the next fiscal year. The supervisors will continue to monitor the county’s finances and make adjustments as needed. The county’s budget and levy rate are an important part of its overall financial management, and the supervisors are committed to being good stewards of taxpayer dollars. The budget and levy rate are also subject to review and approval by the state, and the supervisors are confident that they will meet all necessary requirements. The county’s financial management is also guided by its comprehensive annual financial report, which provides a detailed overview of the county’s financial condition. The report is prepared annually and is available to the public. The supervisors believe that the budget and levy rate strike a balance between meeting the needs of the community and being fiscally responsible. The county’s budget and levy rate are an important part of its overall effort to provide high-quality services to residents, while also managing its finances in a responsible and sustainable way. The supervisors are committed to continuing to work on behalf of the community, and to making decisions that are in the best interest of Muscatine County. The budget and levy rate are just one part of the county’s overall financial management, and the supervisors will continue to work to ensure that the county’s finances are managed in a responsible and sustainable way. The county’s financial management is also guided by its strategic plan, which outlines the county’s goals and objectives for the next several years. The plan is updated annually and is available to the public. The supervisors believe that the budget and levy rate are an important step towards achieving the county’s goals and objectives, and they are committed to continuing to work towards making Muscatine County a great place to live and work.