The Collin County Budget Workshop held on August 7, 2025, focused on critical discussions regarding the fiscal year 2026 budget. The meeting began with a motion that passed unanimously, allowing for a brief recess before resuming discussions on various agenda items.

Upon reconvening, the meeting highlighted collaborative efforts between the District Attorney's office and Human Resources. The District Attorney presented a proposal to add three new positions: a Chief Felony Public Integrity Prosecutor, a Public Integrity Investigator, and a Special Unit Investigator. This proposal aims to enhance the office's capabilities while maintaining a net zero budget impact by reallocating resources, including the elimination of a Digital Media Coordinator position and a change in a Legal Secretary position from Legal 1 to Legal 2.

However, there was some uncertainty regarding the budget implications, as Ms. Jacobson from Human Resources indicated that the net zero status was still under review. The discussions emphasized the importance of careful financial planning and the need for further analysis to ensure that the proposed changes would not adversely affect the overall budget.

As the meeting progressed, the focus remained on ensuring that any adjustments made would align with the county's financial goals while addressing the operational needs of the District Attorney's office. The workshop concluded with a commitment to continue refining the budget proposals and addressing any outstanding issues in future meetings.