The Village of New Glarus is proposing to spend about $3.7 million less in 2027 than it budgeted for 2026. At the same time, the village's property tax levy is expected to increase by approximately 7%.
At first glance, those numbers seem contradictory. How can a village spend considerably less money while collecting more in property taxes?
The answer lies in how municipal budgets work, what projects are being completed and how the village finances its operations.
The proposed 2027 budget, presented by Village Administrator Kelsey Jenson during the Nov. 4 public hearing, provides a detailed look at how New Glarus plans to fund public safety, streets, parks, utilities, public buildings and other services.
The Village Board is expected to consider final adoption at its next meeting in November. Until then, the numbers remain proposed.
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