How does the county prioritize what departments and divisions get what amount of the budget?

We have always gone through a process of prioritizing programs and services for the budget, but we've reached a point where we have to try something new. Please see the Timeline details for more information on the prioritization process we are working through now.

That said, our Mission for Jefferson County is “to promote the safety, health and well-being of the Jefferson County community and the stewardship of its resources.” We look to this to let us know what those priorities are. We currently spend approximately 66% on safety, 8% on health and well-being, and 26% on stewardship.

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1. My property tax bill keeps getting higher so why does the county still need more money?
2. What is the General Fund and what programs and services are supported by it?
3. Is the county doing anything to try and save money?
4. How does the county prioritize what departments and divisions get what amount of the budget?
5. Why is balancing the budget such a problem this year? Why are all of these cuts being forced all of a sudden?