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Westfield council adopts 2026 budget, approves annexations and incentives; amends out vehicle stipends
Summary
The Westfield City Council on Oct. 13 adopted the 2026 city budget after amending out $15,000 in vehicle stipends and approved a slate of ordinances and resolutions including annexations, a tax abatement, and new police funds. Most measures passed on unanimous council votes.
The Westfield City Council adopted the city's 2026 budget on Oct. 13 after approving an amendment to remove $15,000 in vehicle stipend payments from the proposed salary lines and then passing the amended budget by a 6-0 vote.
The amendment removing the stipends was made by Councilor Kurt Waniger and seconded by Councilor Patrick Tam; the amendment passed 4-2. After that change, the council voted 6-0 to adopt Ordinance 25-60, the 2026 city budget.
Why this matters: The budget frames municipal spending for public safety, capital projects and other services. Council and administration said they are preserving reserves while advancing multi-year infrastructure work. The amendment to remove the vehicle allowances was the only substantive change made by the council during final budget adoption.
Votes at a glance - Approval of minutes (roll call): Motion carried 6-0. - Claims docket (approval): Motion carried 6-0. - Ordinance 25-62, Westfield Washington Public Library 2026 budget: Approved 6-0. Mover:…
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