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Germantown adopts 2026 budget and 2025 tax levy after debate over borrowing and police station costs

Village of Germantown Village Board · November 18, 2025
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The Village Board adopted the 2026 budget and levied 2025 property taxes after a lengthy public hearing and trustee debate over borrowing for capital projects, police station planning, and use of TID funds.

The Germantown Village Board adopted the 2026 budget and the accompanying 2025 property tax levy on Nov. 17 following public comment and trustee debate.

Finance Director Yousal Domingo presented the budget process and highlights: a projected 3.5% increase in general‑fund revenues driven primarily by property taxes and public charges; property taxes estimated to provide 57% of general‑fund revenues; net new construction allowance of 2.14% for 2026; and a median‑home tax impact…

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