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2027 County Budget Shortfall Risk

Department heads laid out 2027 asks: Highway wants its first raise in a decade, Health held nearly flat despite a 76% state funding cut, Purdue Extension wants ~$60,000 more, and Burdette Park is thriving. Expect real debate when the council sets the budget.

3 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 7, 2026

CriticalTaxes Budget

2027 City Budget

Facing about $6 million in new circuit breaker losses from Indiana's SEA 1 property tax changes, the council cut $4 million from the general fund and $2.9 million from other funds. Final adoption is October 7.

8 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 5, 2026