The $640 million Lake County fiscal year 2024 budget includes the first tax levy increase in five years for various programs and initiatives, including compensation to attract and retain employees.
As Lake County continues to dole out funding from its dwindling ARPA money pool, there has been quiet disagreement among County Board members about whether or not to fund a mental health building for first responders
A $1,200 bonus to Lake County workers during the early part of the pandemic is among 23 projects and initiatives being recommended for $34.2 million in federal coronavirus recovery funding.
The matter of premium pay, which is being considered separately from nearly 80 project pitches seeking a share of about $45 million in remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds, drew support on the full Lake County Board floor in February after correctional officers and Teamsters Local 700 union representatives called for the measure.