Johnson County Municipal Unit Strategic Taskforce Meeting 9-25-2026

The Johnson County Municipal Unit Strategic Taskforce (MUST) convened on September 25, 2026, to discuss the implications of recent legislative changes on local income tax (LIT) distributions and property tax rate caps affecting municipalities within Johnson County. Representatives from various cities and towns, including Franklin, Greenwood, Bargersville, Edinburgh, New Whiteland, Princess Lakes, Trafalgar, and Whiteland, presented concerns about the uncertainty surrounding future LIT rates, property tax caps, and the impact on funding essential services such as fire, EMS, police, and public works. The taskforce acknowledged the lack of sufficient data from the Indiana Department of Revenue and the legislature, making it premature to set or agree on specific LIT distribution rates or tax allocations at this time. The Johnson County Council emphasized a cautious and sustainable fiscal approach, highlighting the need for more detailed financial information from municipalities to support future decisions. No votes or agreements were made due to the incomplete information and ongoing legislative developments.