Uzwil Approves 2026 Budget With Tax Rate Hike Looming

Uzwil's 2026 budget is approved, but a tax rate hike may be on the horizon. Education costs are rising, and the municipal association rejects the government's relief package.

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2025 October 15 . 10:03 PM

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Uzwil Approves 2026 Budget With Tax Rate Hike Looming

The municipal council of Uzwil has approved the 2026 budget, with a proposed tax rate of 122 percentage points. This rate will be put to the citizens' assembly on November 24, but long-term projections suggest a higher rate may be needed.

The council anticipates a tax rate increase to 130 percentage points from 2027 onwards, driven by rising education costs and investment needs. In the 2026 budget, education costs are projected at 36 million francs, a 1.7 million franc increase from the previous year.

Healthcare financing costs in the 2026 budget are 4.6 million francs, with a 1 million franc increase. The budget estimates an expenditure surplus of 2.456 million francs on a turnover of around 80 million francs.

The Association of St. Gallen Municipal Presidents (VSGP) has rejected the St. Gallen government's relief package, stating it shifts financial burdens onto municipalities. The VSGP believes the package does not provide genuine relief and causes significant additional costs for municipalities.

The 2026 budget, based on an unchanged tax rate of 122 percentage points, has been approved by the Uzwil municipal council. The council will explore potential relief options in the budget and inform the population in the spring of 2026. Long-term financial planning is underway to address potential tax rate increases.