Brownsburg council moves municipal elections to even years; cites cost savings

Councilors voted to advance Ordinance 2026-613 to change the municipal election cycle so town offices are elected in even-numbered general-election years. In the presentation staff cited recent municipal-election costs, saying ‘‘the last 3 municipal elections have cost us 16,000, 21,000, and 25,000 respectively,’’ and argued moving to even years will reduce expense and likely increase turnout.

Council discussion touched on scheduling for treasurer and judge positions and comparisons with nearby communities that have made similar changes. A motion to approve the ordinance for proposed second and third readings and final adoption passed; during roll call one member (Miss Holman) recorded an opposed vote while the remaining councilors voted in favor.