DICKINSON — The Stark County Commission approved their county general fund budget for the Fiscal Year 2026 at $13.9 million.

Stark County commissioners started holding preliminary 2026 budget discussions during their regular commission meeting in August. A formal budget was first presented to the public during a commission meeting on Sept. 16, and again on Oct. 7 before it was given final approval during a special commission meeting on Oct. 9.

The approved general fund budget of $13.9 million represents a $1.8 million increase over 2025. The primary reason for the increase was the county commissioners' $4 million contribution to the ongoing Dickinson Airport Terminal Reconstruction Project.

$1.75 million will be given to the airport in 2026, and the remaining $2.25 million will fol

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