{"id":157254,"date":"2026-01-31T00:14:35","date_gmt":"2026-01-31T00:14:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/157254\/"},"modified":"2026-01-31T00:14:35","modified_gmt":"2026-01-31T00:14:35","slug":"kern-county-outlines-energy-and-budget-priorities-for-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/157254\/","title":{"rendered":"Kern County outlines energy and budget priorities for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KBAK\/KBFX) The 2026 Kern State of the County address was held Wednesday at the Board of Supervisors chambers, highlighting the county’s accomplishments and future vision. <\/p>\n

Phillip Peters, the new chairman of the board and District One supervisor, delivered the address, emphasizing Kern County’s role in “feeding and fueling California.”<\/p>\n

Peters announced that Kern County is resuming the issuance of oil and gas permits after years of uncertainty.<\/p>\n

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Kern County outlines energy and budget priorities for 2026 (KBAK)<\/p>\n

“After years of uncertainty and relentless advocacy, I am thrilled to say that Kern County is finally back in the business of issuing oil and gas permits,” he said.<\/p>\n

As of Jan. 2, the county has received nearly 300 oil-related permits, with 127 new wells planned.<\/p>\n

Peters also highlighted key energy projects, including solar and battery energy storage, positioning Kern County as a national leader.<\/p>\n

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Kern County outlines energy and budget priorities for 2026 (KBAK)<\/p>\n

“As well as solar and battery energy storage projects that make us here in Kern County not just a leader in energy for California but for the whole county,” he said.<\/p>\n

Looking ahead to 2026, Peters identified budget challenges as a significant issue. <\/p>\n

“The big challenge we’re going to be facing is around budgets,” he said, noting the uncertainty surrounding the state’s budget deficit, which could range from $3 billion to $18 billion.<\/p>\n

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Kern County outlines energy and budget priorities for 2026 (KBAK)<\/p>\n

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