Monroe County commissioners approved a county millage rate of 7.9 mills for 2026, the county announced on August 27. The county described it as its lowest rate since 1999, down from 11.976 mills in 2025.

Monroe County Hospital reports that CEO Casey Fleckenstein was included in Becker’s 2026 list of Women Hospital and Health System Presidents and CEOs to Know.

Monroe County is developing a comprehensive plan for 2027–2047, with work underway alongside Goodwyn Mills Cawood, according to WGXA’s August 18, 2026 reporting.