Richard English presented the proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 for consideration. He stated the proposed budget is identical to what was presented at the budget workshop meeting with the exception of adding in the $600,000 for the replacement of Well 9, as discussed during the workshop meeting. 5 - After discussion, a motion was made to adopt a resolution approving the budget for fiscal year 2026- 2027. (RESOL 26-08-443) Motion: Second: Vote: Maunder Vernon All ayes

Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis

This motion is scored as EXPANDS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 2.0/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, measures that increase tax rates or fee schedules, issue new debt or Certificates of Obligation, expand regulatory/zoning restrictions on private land use, or authorize unbudgeted spending expansions reduce an official's Freedom Score when voted YES (and reward dissenting NO votes).