A decline in enrollment, a change in how textbooks are funded by the state and the impact of Senate Bill 1 are among budgetary pressures Carmel Clay Schools faces as it builds its 2026 budget. CCS administrators presented the proposed 2026 $253 million budget and explained financial hurdles to th| Current Publishing
As part of an effort to cut costs from the City of Carmel’s 2026 budget, Mayor Sue Finkam is reviving a proposal to create a nonprofit to manage city events. Finkam and Carmel Chief Financial Officer Zac Jackson presented an overview Sept. 8 to the city council of the city’s plans to move managemen| Current Publishing
During an Aug. 28 virtual presentation broadcast to the public on the city website and Facebook page, Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam acknowledged the challenge ahead for the city budget because of the effect of Senate Bill 1 on the city revenue, expenses and budget. “We’ve got to put our hats on and try| Current Publishing
The Carmel City Council has set its schedule for reviewing and voting on the 2026 budget. Like last year, the city will use zero-based budgeting, which requires department leaders to justify every expense rather than using previous budgets as a baseline. However, a few changes are coming in an e| Current Publishing
