Commission looks at Extension budget proposal

The Hill County Commission took under advisement Thursday the proposed budget for the upcoming fiscal year presented by Hill County Extension Agent Jasmine Carbajal.

During the meeting, Hill County Commissioner Mike Wendland questioned the need for Carbajal and Allen’s concurrent positions.

“I have said for years that we don’t need two extension agents for Hill County, but I’ve got shouted down on this several different times,” Wendland said.

Hill County Commissioner Mark Peterson said this year’s budget presents a few challenges one being the ongoing effects of the pandemic.

“That’s the quand...