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West Bend council adopts balanced $28.3 million 2026 budget with modest tax-rate rise

Common Council of the City of West Bend · November 10, 2025
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Summary

The West Bend Common Council on Nov. 10 approved a balanced 2026 operating budget with a $28.3 million tax levy and an estimated city tax rate of $6.46 per $1,000 of valuation; capital priorities include road work and the new fire station.

The West Bend Common Council on Nov. 10 adopted the city’s 2026 operating budget, approving a $28,300,000 total tax levy and a city share of the property tax that yields an estimated $6.46 per $1,000 of assessed value. City Administrator Jesse summarized the plan and told the council staff had no "substantial changes from the initial presentation back in October."

Jesse said the levy is…

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