County begins budget talks

By Tony Farkas
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GROVETON — The different departments of Trinity County recently discussed changes required for the new fiscal year, which begins Oct. 1.

The changes were discussed at the regular County Commissioners Court meeting on June 27.

For most departments, increases were requested for postage and travel allowances/mileage, since the costs in both areas continue to rise.

A request for a new mower and computer for the museum was not left in the budget, but instead will be bought outright through the RFP process.

Also, Tax Assessor/Collector Nancy Shanafelt said she needs additional help and requested a part-time employee.

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No approvals were given, as the budget will not be finalized until September.

In other business, the court:

•approved bids from Frost and Connors for road materials for the coming fiscal year;

•approved an agreement with DETCOG for new 911 PSAP services; and

•set a public hearing for July 25 to adopt a new road.