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
The Hamilton County Council wrapped its 2026 budget hearings Sept. 3 at the Hamilton County Government and Judicial Center. Hamilton County Communications Director Tammy Sander said over the course of two days, councilors and county staff worked collaboratively to bring the $324 million budget into| 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
The 2026 City of Fishers budget will be officially presented to the Fishers City Council during its regular monthly meeting Sept. 15, offering a public overview of the approximately $160.5 million combined operating and capital budgets, which will include raises for city staff and no increase to the| Current Publishing
