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Oxford introduces 2026 municipal budget, schedules April 1 public hearing
Summary
The Oxford Township Committee introduced the 2026 municipal budget on March 4, 2026, stating the plan includes a 2-point reduction in municipal taxes; a public hearing is scheduled for April 1 at 6:30 p.m.
The Oxford Township Committee introduced the 2026 municipal budget at its March 4 meeting, setting a public hearing for April 1, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the municipal building. Mayor Gerald Norton said the introduced budget includes a two-point reduction in municipal taxes.
The budget documents posted by staff show total general revenues anticipated at $3,072,619.68, with general appropriations matching that figure. Key line items include $400,382.00 in surplus, $1,389,671.32 in miscellaneous revenues, and $160,000.00 expected from receipts of delinquent taxes. For appropriations, salaries and wages are budgeted at $608,600.00 and other operating expenses at $1,638,426.68; capital improvements are listed at $50,000.00 and debt service at $195,593.00. The sewer utility budget was introduced separately with total revenues and appropriations of $1,500,002.00, including $150,002.00 in surplus.
Committee member Georgette Miller moved to introduce the budget (Resolution 2026-47); Linda Koufodontes seconded and the measure passed by unanimous roll call vote. The committee authorized publication of the budget and set the April 1 public hearing where residents may comment before final adoption.
Next steps: the committee will hold the public hearing April 1 and may adopt the final budget following public comment and any required revisions.
