2026 Middlesex Borough Introduced Budget

The document presents the proposed municipal budget for the Borough of Middlesex, New Jersey, for the fiscal year 2026. It details the anticipated revenues and appropriations, including summaries for both the general and dedicated utility budgets. The budget outlines various revenue streams, including local taxes, state aid, and miscellaneous revenues, alongside appropriations for operating expenses, debt service, capital improvements, and deferred charges. Key financial data, including assessed valuations, tax rates, and surplus conditions, are also presented for comparison with the prior fiscal year. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for May 12, 2026, at 7:00 PM at Borough Hall, during which taxpayers and interested parties may present objections. The document also certifies compliance with New Jersey's Local Budget Law. The budget includes a Capital Improvement Program outlining planned projects and funding requirements for the next six years. The budget was introduced on April 14, 2026, and advertised on the Borough's website on April 17, 2026.