Banner County

The Banner County Board of Equalization convened to discuss and approve the consent agenda items, followed by a presentation and acceptance of the three-year plan of assessment from the assessor. Public comments were received, but no action was taken. The Banner County Board of Commissioners convened to discuss several items including correspondence from road groom manufacturing, USDA natural disaster areas, and drought. The board also discussed the substandard condition of County Road 14 East.

The Banner County Board of Equalization convened to discuss the agenda and approve the minutes from the July 8, 2025, tax protest hearing, though there was a motion to table them due to inaccuracies. Public comments were received. The Banner County Board of Commissioners discussed and acted on business, including approving the agenda and minutes from July 1, 2025, with corrections. They also reviewed correspondence from the North Plat National Resources District and an administrative order from Scottsluff County. The Highway Department reported on road issues and staffing, while the Treasurer provided a financial report.

The budget workshop included discussions on salaries, buildings and grounds, and the establishment of a sinking fund. The discussion also covered potential repairs to the parking lot, the need for a resolution to create a new fund for buildings and grounds, and the importance of ADA compliance for office renovations.

The Banner County Board of Equalization convened and addressed several items, including scheduling a time limit per parcel for protest hearings. The board set a time limit of 5 minutes per parcel for property tax protest hearings. Public comments were received, but no action was taken. The Banner County Board of Commissioners meeting included approval of the agenda, discussion regarding a misrepresented pickup for the road department, and updates on road projects. The board also discussed fiber capabilities to AT&T and Lumen's system upgrades, which may cause internet outages. The Highway Department provided updates on the stop sign grant and road projects, including the Road 7 project and overlays on Road 6. The board also discussed setting a date for a road hearing. Other topics included budget reviews, valuation notices, and a refund from G Works. Colonial Life Insurance was on the agenda, but the representative was not present.

The Banner County Board of Commissioners held a budget workshop to discuss various financial matters. Key discussion points included the cost of living adjustments for employees, with a focus on the consumer price index and potential increases for officials and staff. They also touched on employee benefits, such as life insurance options, and considered the financial impact of these decisions on the county's budget.