Residents asked to weigh in on Oshkosh’s proposed 2026 budget

OSHKOSH, WI—(WISS)— Residents of Oshkosh are invited to weigh in on the proposed 2026 budget during a public hearing tonight, Tuesday, November 4th, at 5 p.m. in room 406 of City Hall.

City Manager Rebecca Grill presented the proposed budget to the Common Council on Friday, October 10, 2025. The Common Council will vote to adopt the budget during its meeting on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. 

A press release from the city says the proposed 2026 budget provides efficient, effective services and allocates funding for key strategic investments. It recommends a flat tax levy, resulting in a lower city property tax rate of $7.73, down from $8.14 in 2025. 

“The proposed budget reflects a shared vision of what’s to come for Oshkosh,” Grill said in a press release. “We prioritized an approach that continues to deliver the services Oshkosh  residents expect and looks ahead at our city’s financial future.” 

Residents who are unable to attend can send written comments before the public hearing by emailing [email protected].