Macomb County Executive Mark A. Hackel today submitted his recommended 2026 budget to the Macomb County Board of Commissioners. For the 14th consecutive year, Hackel has presented a structurally balanced budget, ensuring that all expenditures are fully supported by forecasted revenues.
The $1.1 billion proposed budget prioritizes community-focused services and reinforces Macomb County’s long-standing commitment to transparency, responsiveness and fiscal responsibility. It continues the county’s investment in people and programs, driving meaningful and lasting impact through purposeful spending.
“The foundation of the County’s budget reinforces our commitment to the people of Macomb County,” said Executive Hackel. “By investing in programs that make a lasting difference and supporting the dedicated individuals who deliver critical services, we ensure that every dollar is spent with purpose. This budget isn’t just about balancing numbers, it’s about fostering a future of sustainable growth and opportunity for all. Through careful, practical spending, we are building a stronger, more resilient county.”
Key budget priorities
The $1.1 billion proposed budget prioritizes community-focused services and reinforces Macomb County’s long-standing commitment to transparency, responsiveness and fiscal responsibility. It continues the county’s investment in people and programs, driving meaningful and lasting impact through purposeful spending.
“The foundation of the County’s budget reinforces our commitment to the people of Macomb County,” said Executive Hackel. “By investing in programs that make a lasting difference and supporting the dedicated individuals who deliver critical services, we ensure that every dollar is spent with purpose. This budget isn’t just about balancing numbers, it’s about fostering a future of sustainable growth and opportunity for all. Through careful, practical spending, we are building a stronger, more resilient county.”
Key budget priorities
- Public safety
- Senior services and public health
- Infrastructure modernization and facility optimization
- Economic development and neighborhood vitality
“The county’s financial philosophy has always been rooted in using best-in-class budget practices and focusing on sustainable spending,” Hackel added. “We are confident in the county’s financial position and are poised to invest in the vital services and facilities that will move our community forward.”
The proposed budget reflects lean operational practices while ensuring that services with the greatest impact on residents and businesses remain prioritized. At the same time, Hackel emphasized that while the Capital Plan presented meets baseline facility needs, current funding levels are inadequate to fully address the growing demands across the county’s campuses and facilities.
The budget also includes continued modernization of county facilities, ensuring that public services remain accessible, efficient and responsive to the needs of Macomb’s residents and businesses.
The Executive’s budget recommendation, which can be found HERE, now moves to the Macomb County Board of Commissioners for legislative review. The Board will conduct a comprehensive analysis before approving the final budget later this year. Items requiring special attention throughout the fiscal year will be examined and initiated by the Office of the County Executive and administered through the charter-mandated budget amendment process.
The proposed budget reflects lean operational practices while ensuring that services with the greatest impact on residents and businesses remain prioritized. At the same time, Hackel emphasized that while the Capital Plan presented meets baseline facility needs, current funding levels are inadequate to fully address the growing demands across the county’s campuses and facilities.
The budget also includes continued modernization of county facilities, ensuring that public services remain accessible, efficient and responsive to the needs of Macomb’s residents and businesses.
The Executive’s budget recommendation, which can be found HERE, now moves to the Macomb County Board of Commissioners for legislative review. The Board will conduct a comprehensive analysis before approving the final budget later this year. Items requiring special attention throughout the fiscal year will be examined and initiated by the Office of the County Executive and administered through the charter-mandated budget amendment process.
Vicki Wolber
586-469-6109
vicki.wolber@macombgov.org
