Madison, Indiana (October 8, 2025) – On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, Mayor Bob Courtney presented the proposed 2026 City of Madison budget to the Madison City Council, outlining a $15.9 million plan (excluding utilities) that preserves essential city services, prioritizes public safety, and responds to new fiscal challenges created by Senate Enrolled Act (SEA) 1 and ongoing inflationary pressures.

“This budget reflects careful planning and difficult choices,” Mayor Courtney said. “We are making the necessary adjustments to absorb more than $800,000 in reductions caused by SEA 1, while also accounting for the rising costs of fuel, utilities, supplies, wages, insurance, and employee benefits. Even with these challenges, our number one goal remains public safety—with 46% of property and incom

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