Elected officials in Hidalgo County may receive salary raises as part of the upcoming fiscal year's budget. Proposed changes include a 15% increase for the County Judge and a 16.6% increase for the four elected county commissioners. Other officials, such as the sheriff and constables, could see a 12% salary increase.
The budget also allocates $16 million for road improvement projects and maintenance funding. Discussions about the budget began on August 4, with the Department of Budget and Management director presenting proposed changes. Further details about the budget and proposed salary increases are available.
A workshop was held on August 18 to discuss proposed budget allotments, providing more information about the upcoming fiscal year's budget.
