Fiscal Year 2026–2027

In addition to the Board of Trustees, Four Rivers Vector Control District includes members of the community to serve on the Budget Committee. This committee plays an important role in reviewing the proposed budget and providing input before adoption.

The following District residents have applied for and been appointed to serve on the FY 2026–2027 Budget Committee:

• Megan Tucker
• Mitch Elstun

The Budget Committee’s Role

The primary responsibility of the Budget Committee is to ensure the District’s planned expenditures do not exceed projected revenues and that the budget aligns with the service priorities established by the FRVCD Board of Trustees.

At the conclusion of its review, the Budget Committee approves the District’s tax rate and forwards a recommended budget to the Board for formal adoption.

The Budget Committee performs three key functions:

1. Receive the Proposed Budget and Budget Message
   The Budget Officer presents the proposed financial plan and accompanying overview.
2. Hold Public Meetings
   These sessions give community members the opportunity to review and comment on the proposed budget before it moves to to the Board for Public HEaring and adoption.
3. Approve the Budget and Set the Ad Valorem Property Tax Rate

The approved tentative Budget Calendar outlines the schedule we follow in order to adopt the budget.

What the Budget Committee Does Not Do

The Budget Committee does not:

• Set staffing levels
• Change salary schedules
• Negotiate employment contracts
• Establish or alter district policies or program priorities

Its role is not to add or eliminate programs, but to ensure the proposed budget supports the goals and services already set by the Board of Trustees.

Budget Committee Authority

The Committee may recommend adjustments to line items within the proposed budget to ensure alignment with Board goals and available revenues.

Individual Budget Committee members do not have authority to direct staff or request special reports on their own. However, the Committee as a whole may—through a formal vote—request additional information, reports, or presentations if needed for budget understanding.

Community Connection

Budget Committee members play an important role in promoting transparency and helping the public understand how FRVCD operates within financial constraints. Through their service, members gain strong insight into how District resources are managed and can help explain the process to community members.

The FRVCD Board deeply values the service and guidance provided by citizen Budget Committee members.