The Polk County Board of Supervisors adopted the fiscal year 2027 budget on Apr. 23, finalizing the county’s financial plan ahead of the new fiscal year that begins July 1. The decision followed a public hearing at the board’s regular meeting.
The adoption of the new budget is significant as it includes reductions in both urban and rural property tax levies, which impacts taxpayers across Polk County. The urban property levy will decrease from $6.71 to $6.61 per $1,000 of taxable value, while the rural property levy will drop from $11.11 to $10.90 per $1,000.
According to Polk County Board Chair Matt McCoy, “For two years in a row, Polk County has reduced the property tax levy, providing relief to taxpayers without any cuts to essential services.”
The budgeting process began in January with presentations by departments and elected officials and continued through February and March with a public forum on the budget and mailings about property taxes. It concluded after two public hearings.
Highlights from this year’s budget include increased funding for transportation services and congregate meals, expanded law enforcement investment through partnership with the city of Grimes, and allocation of matching funds for AmeriCorps conservation and education efforts.
More information about Polk County’s budget process and priorities can be found on its budget information page.
