Much like personal budgets, the spending plan for 2022-23 for Trigg County government is facing some challenges.
Trigg County Judge-Executive Hollis Alexander says one area the county is dealing with an increase in the jail budget.
click to download audioJudge Alexander says the county has also experienced some increased expenses due to unplanned weather-related road problems.
click to download audioHe added they are not sure what impact inflation will have on the budget next year.
click to download audioAlexander says the budget committee has already begun to work with County Treasurer Lucy Kyler to craft the spending plan for the next year. The new budget must be approved by Trigg County Fiscal Court and the state prior to July 1.