Vehicle Tax Increases Approved for Road Repairs

Indy Civic Watch

The Indianapolis City-County Council overrode Mayor Hogsett's veto on wheel tax ($240) and excise surtax ($100) increases effective 2027, generating $70M annually for roads. The 2027 budget includes $1.9B with $400M for IMPD and $100M for roads.

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Updated Aug 15, 2026

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