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Topics getting the most attention in Wilson County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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Permitting software modernization

The county is buying GovPilot permitting software for $38,000 a year — a tool the development office asked for during budget workshops to replace outdated paper processes.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 26, 2026

LowTaxes Budget

Kirchoff Family Farm tax refund request

The court was scheduled to revisit a request from the Kirchoff Family Farm, LLC for a refund of penalties and interest on property taxes. The outcome affects how the county handles penalty refunds for property owners.

1 mentionLast discussed Sep 28, 2026

LowTaxes Budget

2026 Tax Rate Calculation Designation

Tax Assessor-Collector Dawn Polasek Barnett will calculate the no-new-revenue and voter-approval tax rates for 2026 — the first step in this year's property tax process.

1 mentionLast discussed Jun 8, 2026