Kent County’s $696M Budget Breakdown | Grand Rapids News

Kent County just locked in a $696 million budget — nearly balanced with $694 million in projected revenue — and kept its flawless AAA credit rating for 28 years. The general fund alone is $265 million, fueled mostly by taxes (58%) and service charges. Over half of that goes to personnel, with the sheriff’s office getting nearly half the operating budget — all in service of keeping residents safe and engaged. Meanwhile, rising property values mean higher tax bills for homeowners, even as the tax rate stays flat — especially after sales trigger reassessments. Realtors say it’s still relatively affordable compared to big cities, drawing folks seeking energy and growth. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fb09048b1e7cbff1