# Lancaster County approves budget adjustments, road projects  
**Published:** 2026-06-25T16:12:40.000Z  
**Source:** [Flatwater Free Press](https://flatwaterfreepress.org/june-23-lancaster-county-commissioners-approve-budget-adjustments-road-projects-and-public-safety-agreements/)  
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LINCOLN, Neb. — The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners approved supplemental appropriations, road improvements and public safety agreements during its June 23 meeting, according to [reporting by Flatwater Free Press](https://flatwaterfreepress.org/june-23-lancaster-county-commissioners-approve-budget-adjustments-road-projects-and-public-safety-agreements/).

Commissioners approved budget adjustments for the Bridge and Special Road Fund and the Group Self-Insurance Fund after health insurance claims exceeded the budget by $1.5 million and additional road projects increased expenses. The board also approved transferring $70,500 from the General Fund Miscellaneous Budget to various agencies, noting the amount was significantly lower than the previous year's transfer.

A major infrastructure project approved includes an almost $1.9 million resurfacing initiative for portions of West Denton Road and Southwest 12th Street. The roads are part of the broader transportation network serving Lincoln's growing southern areas.

Public safety received several approvals, including a three-year labor agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 32 for corrections employees. The board also authorized agreements for the Sheriff's Office covering preliminary breath testing kits and forensic software.

Commissioners granted special designated liquor licenses for the 25th annual [Meadowlark Music Festival](https://meadowlarkmusicfestival.org/), a celebration of live music and community in Lincoln. The board also certified emergency management eligibility, positioning the county for potential future federal funding related to disaster preparedness and response.

## Sources

- [Flatwater Free Press](https://flatwaterfreepress.org/june-23-lancaster-county-commissioners-approve-budget-adjustments-road-projects-and-public-safety-agreements/)
- [Meadowlark Music Festival - Lincoln, Nebraska](https://meadowlarkmusicfestival.org/)

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