Mayor Whitfield to Deliver 2027 Proposed Budget

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 15, 2026

Mayor Whitfield to Present Proposed 2027 Budget to Lawrence Common Council

Lawrence, IN - Mayor Deb Whitfield will present her proposed 2027 budget to the Lawrence Common Council at its regularly scheduled meeting at 6:30 p.m. Wed., Sept. 16, in the Public Assembly Room at the Lawrence Government Center, 9001 E. 59th St.
 
Despite the fiscal constraints facing local governments across Indiana because of SEA 1, Whitfield said her administration’s prudent fiscal management has positioned the City of Lawrence to deliver positive news in the proposed 2027 Civil City Budget.
 
“Our administration has navigated these challenging fiscal waters effectively, and I am pleased to share positive news about the proposed 2027 budget,” said Mayor Whitfield. “I look forward to working constructively with our Common Council to set a positive course for Lawrence in 2027 and beyond.”
 
Whitfield said the proposed budget reflects her administration’s continued commitment to sound fiscal management while maintaining the services and investments that matter most to Lawrence residents.
 
The budget presentation will be followed by opportunities for the Common Council to review and discuss the proposal as the city moves through the 2027 budget process.
 
The meeting is open to the public and can be watched live.

Media Contact
Denise Herd, Herd Strategies
317-796-0514
denise@herdstrategies.com

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About the City of Lawrence, Indiana
Located northeast of Indianapolis, the City of Lawrence is Indiana’s 20th largest city and home to approximately 50,000 residents. While its military base was decommissioned in 1996, Lawrence has grown into a vibrant community that blends rich history with modern amenities. Under the leadership of Mayor Deb Whitfield, the city continues to thrive as a welcoming place to live, work, and play. Learn more at cityoflawrence.org.