The Board of Commissioners reviewed reports from the Sheriff's office regarding crime statistics, detention center population, and staff capacity. The County Attorney discussed the importance of retaining a prosecutor position for the 2027 budget. The Board approved warrant checks and the purchase of a new fingerprinting system for the detention center. Additionally, the Commissioners received the 2025 financial audit results, authorized the use of the courthouse for a reestablished Teen Court program, adopted a resolution regarding the maximum levy for historical records, and approved the 2027 Harvey County Budget.
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Board of Harvey County Commissioners Regular Session Minutes
The board conducted the canvass of the Primary Election, including the review and certification of provisional ballots and final results. Discussions included reports on county fair engagement and constituent feedback on estimated taxes, adjustments to the commission calendar, and public comments regarding a community event and previous proclamation decisions. The board reviewed department reports from the County Attorney and County Clerk, and approved warrant checks. Business items included the approval of a conditional use permit for a short-term rental property, authorization for contract negotiations for detention center food services, a presentation on City of Newton Reinvestment Housing Improvement District plans, and the receipt of the second-quarter financial report.
May 28, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Harvey County Commissioners Special Meeting
The Board convened for a special session focused primarily on 2027 budget hearings and reviews of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) requests. Discussion topics included budget presentations for the Parks Department, Solid Waste, Noxious Weed, Road and Bridge, Sheriff and Detention, and the County Attorney. Additionally, the Board reviewed appropriation requests from various community organizations, including Safehope/DVSA, Peace Connections/Circle of Hope, Heart to Heart, the Harvey County Conservation District, the Economic Development Council, and Prairie View. The meeting also involved a detailed review of several CIP projects, such as playground equipment replacements, well house rehabilitation, and bait shop POS system upgrades.
