10/6/2025 Zionsville Town Council Meeting

The Town of Zionsville held its regular Town Council meeting on October 6, 2025, where the primary focus was the consideration and final approval of the 2026 budget. The budget, totaling approximately $48.4 million in spending against nearly $49 million in revenue, was presented as balanced and included investments in public safety with additional firefighters and police officers, a 2% pay increase for employees, and capital expenditures for vehicles, equipment, and road rehabilitation. The council discussed revenue sources, impacts of Senate Enrolled Act One on future revenues, and strategies such as a stormwater utility and commercial development to offset revenue losses. The budget ordinance 2025-20 was approved unanimously. Additionally, the council introduced ordinance 2025-23 to expand the geographic boundaries of the downtown designated outdoor refreshment area (DORA), which was also passed after suspending rules for immediate effect. Other agenda items included the appointment of a new parks board member and community recognitions. No other procurement or contracting actions were noted.