Delinquent tax surplus shortfall in the county budget
Washtenaw County
Summary
CFO Catherine Jones-Alther presented the Q2 budget update, projecting a $4.3 million general fund shortfall that is largely covered by planned fund balance use. Commissioners discussed various expenditure increases, including legal fees, jail food/medical costs, and overtime.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Projected general fund shortfall of $4.3 million with $3.9 million planned from fund balance.
County residents benefiting from continued departmental operations and funded priorities.
County budget planners who must reconcile the smaller-than-expected transfer.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners - Sep 16, 2026
CFO Catherine Jones-Alther presented the Q2 budget update, projecting a $4.3 million general fund shortfall that is largely covered by planned fund balance use. Commissioners discussed various expenditure increases, including legal fees, jail food/medical costs, and overtime.
Board of Commissioners Working Session - Mar 4, 2026
Treasurer Sharp revealed the county budgeted a $2.2 million transfer from delinquent tax surplus but only $1.5 million was declared after litigation payouts — the first shortfall in years. Commissioner Sanders warned against budgeting money the county doesn't yet have.
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