2026 City of Fishers Budget

Mayor Scott Fadness will present the proposed 2026 budget to Fishers City Council on September 15.

Dates to know:

September 15: City Council 2026 Budget Presentation and Public Hearing | Watch the Meeting

October 6: City Council Budget Adoption

City Council meetings are held at 7 p.m. at the Fishers Municipal Center (1 Municipal Drive) in the theater. Meetings are livestreamed for virtual viewing.

2026 Budget Highlights

At the September City Council meeting, Fishers City Council heard the proposed 2026 budget, highlighting the city’s strong fiscal position, new public safety investments, and enhanced quality of life amenities. See the 2026 Proposed Budget Presentation.

Strong Fiscal Foundation
The 2026 budget maintains Fishers’ tradition of responsible financial management with a consistent, low property tax rate. This commitment ensures stability for residents and businesses while allowing the city to continue investing in services and infrastructure.

Public Safety Investments
Keeping our community safe remains the top priority. The proposed budget includes:

3 new Firefighters
2 new School Safety Officers
$1.8 million+ dedicated to fire and police fleet, equipment, and technology
Reinvestment in firefighter training and policing excellence initiatives

These resources strengthen the ability of our public safety teams to serve and protect Fishers’ growing community.

Enhancing Quality of Life
The 2026 budget supports projects and amenities that enrich daily life for residents, including:

Significant investment in youth athletics infrastructure and amenities
Completion of the Nickel Plate Trail bridge at 96th Street
Opening of the AgriPark Country Store to enhance the visitor experience
First full year of operations for the Fishers Community Center and White River Park

Community Support & Innovation
The budget also invests in programs that empower neighborhoods and schools:

$400,000 in Neighborhood Vibrancy Grants to support projects led by HOAs and neighborhood groups (covering up to 80% of costs, with a maximum of $25,000 per grant)
$50,000 in Educator Innovation Grants for Hamilton Southeastern Schools to support classroom creativity and inspire students