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Trenton council adopts 2026–27 budget, sets 27.41‑mill levy and raises water and sewer rates
Summary
The Trenton City Council unanimously adopted the recommended fiscal 2026–27 budget Monday night, approving a proposed millage rate of 27.41000 mills and a water and sewer rate increase that brings combined charges to $15.84 per 1,000 gallons effective July 1, 2026.
The Trenton City Council on May 4 unanimously adopted the city’s recommended fiscal year 2026–27 budget and set a proposed property tax millage of 27.41000 mills.
Controller Jill Cooper presented the budget resolution and said the city’s general fund budget totals $26,884,536. The budget resolution and accompanying tax resolution were moved, seconded and approved without recorded no votes.
Cooper also presented a separate water and sewer rate resolution proposing a $1.15 increase per 1,000 gallons to cover operations and maintenance. After the increase, water is set at $7.97 per 1,000 gallons and sewer at $7.87 per 1,000…
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