Alex Dalton

Porter County's 2026 budgeting process began Tuesday with a first reading of the county's proposed budget. Facing a significant revenue shortfall, the county council has tough decisions to make about how to bridge the gap.

Senate Enrolled Act 1, signed into law by Indiana Governor Mike Braun in April, will reduce the revenue available to local governments across the state by slashing property taxes. The law gives homeowners a tax credit of up to $300, or 10% of their annual property tax liability, among other cuts.

Porter County's draft budget includes just under $54 million for the county's general fund. Deputy Auditor Ryan Kubal told the council that Porter County expects to collect just $34 million in actual general fund revenue next year, with fees and other funding sour

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