FY27 Budget Forecast and Fund Balance Compliance
Alamance County
Summary
County staff projected a $12.9 million budget gap for the upcoming fiscal year, driven by inflation, reduced sales tax growth, and unfunded mandates. Commissioners discussed the need to rebuild the county's unassigned fund balance back to the 20% policy target.
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Last discussed Jan 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Projected budget gap of approximately $12.9 million for the upcoming fiscal year.
All county residents benefit from long-term fiscal stability and preserved credit ratings.
Taxpayers or program recipients could be impacted if major spending cuts or tax increases are implemented.
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Millions tucked into state budget for Alamance County, municipalities, local non-profits
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Board Winter Work Session
The county's unassigned fund balance has dropped below the 20% policy target to 17.18%, creating a projected $12.9 million funding gap for fiscal year 2027 and restricting the use of reserves.
Board Winter Work Session
County staff projected a $12.9 million budget gap for the upcoming fiscal year, driven by inflation, reduced sales tax growth, and unfunded mandates. Commissioners discussed the need to rebuild the county's unassigned fund balance back to the 20% policy target.
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