Commissioners discuss upcoming budget

The Cheyenne County Board of Commissioners met twice this week for workshops to create a balanced budget for 2015-'16.

The budget year actually began on July 1, but counties have until Sept. 20 to finalize the expected revenues and expenses of each of their departments.

Budget consultant Pete Peterson has helped Cheyenne County prepare its budget for many years and was present at the workshops on Thursday and Friday.

Department heads presented financial forecasts for the upcoming year and explained any large projects or purchases.

A budget hearing is scheduled for the commissioner's Sept. 8 re...