The county is facing some serious problems with balancing the budget, because of new mandates and short-falls in revenue streams.

The commission will have several budget meetings in March.

The state has backed-off, at least partially, with their demand for about $60,000 from the county to fill a retirement program gap.

A number of election items will be reviewed for the off-year election.

Hearings regarding tax problems are scheduled for Richard Morris and Harold "Dick" Ullum.

Issues related to courthouse access and access improvements.

The commission is looking to appoint a person to fill a vacancy on the Calhoun County Deputy Civil Service Board.

A review will be made of a number of grant applications being submitted by the county.

About two dozen other items, mostly routine are on the agenda.