Special City Council Meeting - 09-17-2026

The City of Anderson, Indiana held a Special City Council Meeting on September 17, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing and approving the 2027 budget ordinances. The meeting included a detailed presentation on the proposed budget, highlighting revenue sources, including property taxes, local income tax, and state distributions, as well as expenditures with significant allocations for public safety ($15.3 million) and infrastructure projects such as paving and parks. The council discussed funding mechanisms, including federal matching funds for public transit (CATS) operations and capital improvements. Several ordinances fixing the salaries of elected officials, appointed officers, and executive staff across various city departments were introduced and passed their first and second readings, each reflecting a 5% salary increase and adjustments for longevity pay. The council also addressed concerns about the impact of Senate Bill One on local income tax and public safety funding. The meeting concluded with scheduling a special meeting for October 6 to consider third readings of the ordinances.