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Plainfield
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Temporary emergency appropriations to keep city running

Summary

Because the budget wasn't adopted, the council passed a stopgap resolution letting the administration pay bills and payroll through September 30. Without it, the city would have effectively shut down.

At a glance

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Last discussed Aug 19, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Authorizes about $93.9 million in current-fund spending through September 30, keeping payroll and bills paid until the budget is adopted.

✅Who benefits

All city employees and residents who depend on continuous municipal services and payroll.

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