JOSEPH TOWN
BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING
6:30 pm
JUNE 4, 2026
PRESENT: Troy Campbell, Gene Gestring, Jared Campbell, Doug Nowell, Nikole Campbell, Sue Gestring, Peggy Smith, Haley Obray
ABSENT:
PRAYER: Jared Campbel
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The purpose of this meeting is to accept or reject the 2026-2027 budget and make any changes that the council sees fit. Prior to this meeting the council looked over the operational budget to make any adjustments for next year.
$185,000 of revenue this year and $122,000 in expenditures in the general fund.
$103,000 brought in by water, there is still the month of June to be added to this number.
Zac wondered about getting Steve some help for the summer. The council felt like it was within the budget tofind someone to help him out.They did not fell they needed to adjust the budget for that.
Zac motioned to approve the 2025-2026 budget and the 2026-2027 budget as stated with some minor adjustments. Troy seconded the motion.
Doug motioned to accept the tax rate as is. No adjustment Gene seconded the motion. All were in favor.
Troy made a motion for a 2.5% increase in pay for Nikole, Steve, and Haley. Doug seconded it. All were in favor.
Jared motioned to close the meeting. All were in favor.
Notice of Special Accommodations (ADA)
NOTICE OF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION DURING PUBLIC MEETINGS
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations (including auxiliary communicative aids and services) during this meeting should notify Haley Obray at 435-527-4394.