Council Approves 2026 Budget

by Bonita Tyes

For the second year in a row, West Chester residents will not face a property tax increase in 2026. During the November 19th voting session, Borough Council voted to adopt the proposed $23.8 million general fund budget for 2026.

The 2026 budget includes increases to both the library tax rate, from .15 to .22, and the rental license fee, from $44 to $66. …