Aug 19, 2026BoardMeeting
BoardGreene County Legislature Public Hearing Minutes
The meeting involved a public hearing regarding the 2026-2027 Operating Budget for the Columbia-Greene Community College. Key discussion points included concerns regarding financial transparency, specifically regarding the fund balance, unrestricted revenue, and liquidity. There was a call for the Legislature to obtain audited financial statements, a 10-year schedule of fund balances, and detailed explanations of recent financial swings before committing taxpayer dollars to the proposed budget. The speaker emphasized the need for responsible financial oversight rather than relying solely on budget presentations.