The Geary County Commission has adopted the 2019 County budget.

It totals approximately $39.5 million and carries a property tax reduction of 1.545 mills.

Charles Stimatze, Chairman, stated the commission and department heads worked hard, looked at the future and provided relief to the residents of the county.

On future planning Stimatze stated, “The number one thing is the tax lid until they get that changed. My opinion looking for the future, some of these buildings are starting to age. We’ve got to keep that and have a conscience for the buildings and still relieve the taxpayers if we can.”

Commissioners held their weekly meeting on Monday.