When and where is the Winnebago County budget amendment hearing?

May 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM in the Winnebago County Courthouse Supervisors' Room.

Will this budget change raise my taxes?

No — the notice states there will be no increase in taxes.

How can I see the detailed budget amendment documents?

A detailed statement of receipts, balances, and disbursements will be available at the hearing.

How do I file a protest against the amendment?

Follow protest petition requirements outlined by law; if valid, the State Appeal Board will review it.

Public Hearing — County Courthouse, 126 S Clark St, Forest City, IA

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Winnebago County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on May 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM to consider amending the fiscal year 2025–2026 budget; there will be no tax increase and residents may comment or file protests.

Key Takeaways

Hearing: May 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM in the Supervisors' Room
Purpose: Amend Winnebago County 2025–2026 budget
No increase in taxes is proposed
Public may speak for or against the amendment
Budget details and cash statements available at hearing

Published: May 15, 2026 · 6 days ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: Forest City
Address: County Courthouse, 126 S Clark St, Forest City, IA

Research context

2 public hearing notices in Forest City (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Attend the public hearing
Go to the Winnebago County Courthouse Supervisors' Room on May 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM to speak or listen.
2
Review budget documents
Request the detailed statement of receipts and disbursements at the hearing or contact Karla Weiss at 641-585-3412.
3
File a protest petition if needed
If you oppose the amendment, prepare a protest petition meeting statutory requirements so the State Appeal Board can consider it.

Frequently asked questions

When and where is the Winnebago County budget amendment hearing?: May 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM in the Winnebago County Courthouse Supervisors' Room.
Will this budget change raise my taxes?: No — the notice states there will be no increase in taxes.
How can I see the detailed budget amendment documents?: A detailed statement of receipts, balances, and disbursements will be available at the hearing.
How do I file a protest against the amendment?: Follow protest petition requirements outlined by law; if valid, the State Appeal Board will review it.

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Legal terms in this notice

budget amendment: A formal change to an approved budget adjusting revenues or expenditures.
protest petition: A formal written objection by taxpayers that can trigger review by a higher board.
State Appeal Board: A state body that reviews valid taxpayer protests about local budget amendments.

Full Notice Text

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - AMENDMENT OF CURRENT BUDGETBoard of Supervisors of WINNEBAGO COUNTYFiscal Year Jul  1, 2025 — June 30, 2026The Board of Supervisors of WINNEBAGO COUNTY will conduct a pub|io3lbe2gi)n2%lor the purpose of amending the current budget for tiscal year ending Junelllleetin| DateITime: 5/26/2026 09:00 AM                     Contact: Karla Weiss                              Phone: 641 585-3412Meeiin| Location: Winneba|o Count  Courthouse — Su|ervisors roomThere will be no increase in taxes. Any residents or taxpayers will be heard for or against the proposed amendment at the time and place specltied above. Adetailed statement of: additional receipts, cash balances on hand at the close ofthe preceding fiscal year, and proposed disbursements, both past andanticipated, will be available at the hearing. Budget amendments are subject to protest. If protest petition requirements are met, the State Appeal Board willhold

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