CY2026 Municipal Budget Adoption
Summary
The township was set to introduce its 2026 budget along with an ordinance letting spending rise up to 3.5% over last year. A public hearing is set for May 26, so residents will get a chance to weigh in on how tax dollars are spent.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
The cap exception allows up to about $1.9 million more in appropriations than the standard cap would permit.
Residents who rely on township services funded by the budget.
Fixed-income seniors and other residents facing higher tax bills.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Franklin Township Council Work Session/Regular Meeting - May 26, 2026
The council adopted a $75.5 million budget with a 7% tax levy increase. The mayor stressed that only about $74 of the average $613 tax increase comes from the township — most comes from the school board.
Franklin Township Council Work Session/Regular Meeting - Apr 28, 2026
The township was set to introduce its 2026 budget along with an ordinance letting spending rise up to 3.5% over last year. A public hearing is set for May 26, so residents will get a chance to weigh in on how tax dollars are spent.
Franklin Township Council Budget Hearing - Mar 9, 2026
The Council took up the Township's proposed 2026 operating budget line by line, with every department pitching its spending plan. This is the process that ultimately shapes next year's property tax levy and the level of services residents receive.
Franklin Township Council Work Session/Regular Meeting - Jan 27, 2026
The 2026 budget for the Hamilton Street Special Improvement District was up for introduction, with a public hearing to follow. The SID funds improvements and services in that business corridor.
Franklin Township Council Reorganization Meeting - Jan 3, 2026
A resolution authorizing the 2026 temporary budget was on the consent agenda. This keeps the township funded and services running while the full budget is finalized.
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