Wesley Rice
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 19
- Total speaking time
- 1:03:12
- Avg per meeting
- 3:20
- Segments
- 754
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Top issues during term (20)(Taxes Budget)
Community Needs Assessment
Ties to the county's federal Community Services Block Grant dollars — survey responses shape how that funding is spent locally.
Airport Funding and Revenue Alternatives
Around $600,000 in property taxes are generated annually by airport property and tenants.
Law Library Financial Status Review
The report covers the Law Library's fund balance and spending, though specific figures haven't been published yet.
Community Development and Building Permit Fee Increases
Could change what residents pay for recreation programs and facility use, though no specific fee amounts were published.
Supplemental Budget Review
Could save counties millions in Medicaid matching costs — estimated at $13–$17 million statewide.
Unassessed Property Improvements Tax Roll Corrections
Increases property tax assessments for the specific parcels across current and prior tax years.
NACHSA bylaws and legislative subcommittees
2027 employee health insurance premium increase
About $780,000 more than budgeted across county operating funds, absorbed through vacancy and salary savings.
Fees and Charges Manual review
Could change what residents pay for recreation programs and facility use, though no specific fee amounts were published.
2027 first-quarter meeting schedule
Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funding status
CSBG funding supports direct services that make up the bulk of the county's anti-poverty budget.
New CAP60 database for Social Services
Implementation costs are covered by Social Services funding sources, with CSBG expected to share costs going forward.
FY 2026-2027 Community Grant Program Launch
$180,000 in total available grant funding is allocated for local non-profit organizations.
County Manager Annual Performance and Compensation
A 2% merit increase adjusts the county manager's compensation in addition to the standard 2.9% cola.
Annual Municipal Indebtedness Reporting
None.
Ad Valorem Tax Levy Trigger and Essential Service Priorities
Property tax revenues remain stable as home prices plateau and new construction continues to grow.
Library health insurance costs rising
Medical insurance costs could rise about 10% on average in 2027.
Fiscal Year 2026-27 County Budget Preparation
Guides the allocation of multi-million dollar county operating and capital funds.
Financial Reporting and Transparency
Minor risk involving small cash drawer amounts ($350 identified).
FY 2026-27 Tentative Budget Review
The tentative budget totals tens of millions across 36 funds, with general fund expenditures currently outpacing revenues by approximately $1.25 million.
Decisions during term (0)
Recorded while Rice was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
No decisions found matching Taxes Budget.
Voting record (0)(Taxes Budget)
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