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Bath Today
By the People, for the People
Bath Proposes 11% Budget Increase for Fiscal Year 2027
City Manager cites personnel, benefits, and facility improvements as key drivers behind the proposed $24.7 million budget.
Apr. 14, 2026 at 6:18pm
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Bath's proposed budget aims to invest in the city's aging infrastructure and facilities, while maintaining services for residents amid rising costs.Bath TodayBath City Manager Marc Meyers has unveiled a $24.7 million proposed budget for the city's fiscal year 2027, marking an 11% increase or $2.4 million over the previous year. The primary drivers behind the proposed budget hike are personnel, benefit costs, and facility improvements, which would result in a projected 1.69% tax increase for residents.
Why it matters
Bath's budget proposal reflects the city's efforts to address aging infrastructure, support city employees, and maintain services for residents amid rising costs. The budget process involves public input and City Council approval, providing an opportunity for the community to shape the city's spending priorities.
The details
The proposed budget includes funding for rehabilitating and replacing aging city buildings, as well as continued investment in the city's sewer infrastructure following a $24.6 million bond approved by voters in 2023. The landfill fund is also seeing increases due to capital costs and wage increases. Additionally, the budget proposes adding a new recreation program director position to expand the city's programming offerings.
- The final budget workshop is scheduled for April 30.
- A public hearing is set for May 20.
- The Bath City Council will vote on the final budget on June 3.
The players
Marc Meyers
Bath City Manager who rolled out the proposed $24.7 million budget for fiscal year 2027.
Bath City Council
The governing body that will vote on the final budget on June 3.
What they’re saying
“The city's comprehensive plan serves as a guiding document as we review and improve the City's capital improvement plan annually. Bath's plan is centered on four big ideas, including to keep Bath welcoming and livable, supporting the downtown, investing in our existing infrastructure and building resiliency. The city's capital improvement plan takes steps forward in those areas.”
— Marc Meyers, Bath City Manager
“A highlight of this budget is the city's continued facility investment. The city is using invested reserves to rehabilitate and replace aging buildings over the next 10 years, reducing pressure on property taxpayers and ensuring facilities that support city employees and services.”
— Marc Meyers, Bath City Manager
What’s next
The Bath City Council will vote on the final budget on June 3 after a public hearing on May 20.
The takeaway
Bath's proposed budget reflects the city's commitment to maintaining and improving its infrastructure, supporting its workforce, and providing quality services to residents, despite the challenges of rising costs. The budget process allows for public input and City Council oversight to ensure the city's spending aligns with community priorities.
