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Chillicothe 2025/26 City Budget Approved

The Chillicothe budget for the Fiscal year was approved at Monday’s City Council meeting.  The budget that became effective today includes revenues of nearly $21.6 million and expenditures of just over $24.4 million.   Auditor Allison Jefferies explained.

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From the cash balances for reserves.

The fire department ordered the pumper truck in the previous budget and the funds were placed in a CD.  The truck is expected to be delivered at the beginning of 2026.

The City will use about $2.8 million from reserves, including $1 million for the pumper truck that was previously allocated.

The budget does include a 2.5% cost of living increase for employees and salary adjustments in some areas.

The Fire Department will also spend $750,000 to refurbish the 2004 Tower Truck.  Half will come from the current year’s budget.