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Hammond approves FY2026 budget after heated debate over sidewalks, drainage and capital projects
Summary
After hours of discussion and votes on 46 proposed amendments, the council adopted a balanced FY2026 budget that reallocated funding for drainage and sidewalk projects, added and removed several capital requests, and left several politically sensitive items for later review or veto consideration.
The Hammond City Council adopted the city’s fiscal year 2026 budget June 24 after a prolonged session that included debate and recorded votes on dozens of amendments covering payroll items, capital projects, sidewalks and drainage work.
Councilwoman Gonzales presented a consolidated list of 47 proposed amendments compiled from prior budget work sessions and late adjustments. The council considered each amendment individually, approving some (airport revenue increases, salary restorations and certain capital additions) and removing or deferring others (some equipment and capital…
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