FY2026 Policy Guidelines

At the opening of the first Regular Session of the City Council in 2026, I would like to state the policy direction of the City Administration and ask for the understanding and cooperation of the City Council as well as all citizens.
Note: There may be differences from the manuscript due to oral presentation.

Preamble

Looking back on the international situation last year, after the inauguration of the second Trump administration, the United States imposed tariff measures on multiple countries including key allies, becoming a major trend in trade policy that affected the WTO system and supply chains. Furthermore, at international conferences such as the G20 Summit and APEC, decarbonization, digitalization, human resource development, and strengthening regional economies continued to be important issues, with the role of not only the national government but also local governments being increasingly emphasized.

In our country, the Osaka-Kansai Expo was held under the theme "Designing a Future Society Where Life Shines," serving as an opportunity to promote the realization of a sustainable society and the social implementation of advanced technologies to the world, allowing countries worldwide to share knowledge. Additionally, in October last year, Japan saw the birth of its first female Prime Minister in constitutional history, drawing attention to the future administration.

Now, in the comprehensive economic measures approved by the Cabinet on November 21 last year to realize a "strong economy," three pillars have been set forth: "ensuring livelihood security and responding to rising prices," "realizing a strong economy through crisis management and growth investments," and "strengthening defense and diplomatic capabilities." The aim is to widely distribute the fruits of economic growth to the public, enable everyone to achieve prosperity, transform anxieties about the future into hope, and realize a secure society.

Japan's FY2026 General Fund Budget (draft) reflects wage increase support in the medical and nursing care sectors, responses to rising prices, and natural increases due to aging, resulting in social security-related expenses reaching a record high. Additionally, it includes the expansion of the school attendance support grant system accompanying the elimination of high school tuition fees and the national government's share of the burden reduction for elementary school lunch fees. Consequently, the budget was approved by the Cabinet at 122.3092 trillion yen, a 6.2% increase from the previous fiscal year, marking the largest scale for two consecutive years.

The House of Representatives was dissolved on January 23, and we will closely monitor future developments regarding the budget bill deliberations, which had been temporarily suspended.

Next, regarding the Tokyo Metropolitan Government's initial budget, the General Fund Budget increased by 5.4% compared to the previous fiscal year to 9.653 trillion yen, marking the largest scale for five consecutive years. Tokyo Metropolitan Resident Tax is expected to reach a record high of 7.3856 trillion yen, a 6.6% increase from the previous year, similar to the national tax revenue. General expenditures related to policy expenses amount to 7.2678 trillion yen, a 5.4% increase from the previous year, due to measures to maximize the power of "people" as the driving force of growth, initiatives to strengthen international competitiveness, and efforts to promote resilient urban development that protects the lives and livelihoods of Tokyo residents.

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Initiatives of Our City

Regarding revenue, although stable funding is expected to continue due to the Japanese economy being on a moderate recovery trend and significant improvements in the income environment, it is susceptible to influences from socio-economic conditions, economic trends, and price movements, making it impossible to guarantee certainty. Therefore, it is necessary to exhaust all possible information gathering and further strive to secure designated funding sources. Additionally, regarding expenditures, it is anticipated that various project costs will be significantly affected by factors such as rising resource and raw material prices and increased labor costs. Our city has, despite ongoing challenges in securing funding, steadily promoted planned projects while optimizing staff allocation and improving operations, achieving results. Going forward, it is required to continue effectively utilizing limited resources such as funding and human resources and to maintain sustainable administrative and financial management for the future.

FY2026 is an important year as the first year of the latter five years of the Fifth Long-Term Comprehensive Plan of Inagi City. Looking ahead to the 2030s, all staff must work together to realize the future city vision: "Inagi, a city of citizens wrapped in greenery and filled with friendship, creating smiles and a future together."

Based on these considerations, we have approached the formulation of the FY2026 budget with the following fundamentals.

First, while maintaining sound finances with a view to the future, we will steadily promote the various initiatives outlined in the basic plan toward realizing the future city vision defined in the Fifth Long-Term Comprehensive Plan of Inagi City, and strive for sustainable administrative and financial management.

Second, accurately grasp trends such as price increases and changes in social conditions, while striving to collect information from relevant parties, and respond flexibly to diversified needs and problem-solving.

Third, to protect citizens from threats such as the increasing risk of a major earthquake directly beneath the metropolitan area, the Nankai Trough megaquake, and frequent heavy rain disasters occurring across various regions, prioritize ensuring safety and security, continue to engage in planned disaster prevention and mitigation measures, and strengthen urban functions such as infrastructure development that supports daily life and the economy.

Fourth, while working on the proper allocation of beneficiary burdens and securing new financial resources, approach from the perspective of selection and concentration, rigorously verify the effectiveness, necessity, and cost-effectiveness of all policies and projects, conduct a fundamental review including abolition, prioritize the policies, and then estimate the budget accordingly.

Based on the above four points, the city’s FY2026 budget proposal sets the General Fund at 47,761 million yen, an increase of 1,708 million yen or 3.7% compared to the initial budget amount of the previous fiscal year.

Revenue includes Municipal Tax, which forms the core of independent financial resources, amounting to 18,185.1 million yen, an increase of 650.36 million yen or 3.7% compared to the initial budget amount of the previous fiscal year. The increase in individual Municipal Resident Tax is expected due to a rise in taxpayers associated with population growth and increased income among salaried workers. Regarding Property Tax, the increase in land tax revenue is attributed to burden adjustment measures and factors such as the release of production green zones, while the increase in house tax revenue is expected due to a rise in newly constructed houses and the expiration of reductions for newly built residential houses.

In addition, national treasury disbursements are expected to increase by 229 million yen due to the rise in education and childcare benefit expenses for children, and metropolitan disbursements are expected to increase by 982.14 million yen due to increases in subsidies for the Childcare Center user household burden reduction project and road improvement project subsidies.

Regarding other municipal bonds, a decrease of 147 million yen is expected due to reductions in bonds for the Inagi Dai 2 Elementary School building expansion project and the fire department digital radio equipment renewal project. As for funding for ordinary construction projects, we will focus on utilizing advantageous local bonds while closely monitoring various financial indicators and considering future fiscal burdens.

Expenditures are calculated based on the "Budget Formulation Policy" instructed last August. The main items include,

Assistance expenses increased by 1,201.01 million yen due to increases in outsourcing operations for private Childcare Centers, education and childcare benefits for children, disability care benefits, outsourcing operations for private After-School Childcare Programs, and disability child day care benefits, among others,

Material expenses increased by 370.71 million yen due to increases in designated management fees for the Inagi City Library, outsourcing of street tree pruning and grass cutting, outsourcing of regular inspections for the long-term durability of bridges, and school lunch ingredient costs, among others,

Personnel expenses increased by 302.34 million yen, reflecting salary and remuneration revisions,

Although subsidies such as the Tama River Sanitation Union refuse disposal burden decreased, increases in Sewerage Operations accounting burdens and subsidies, subsidies for users of unauthorized childcare services, and subsidies for the Parent or Guardian portion of Inagi City School Lunch fees resulted in an increase of 216.46 million yen,

Public debt service costs decreased by 43.38 million yen due to the completion of redemption of temporary fiscal measures bonds issued in FY2005, etc.,

Transfers decreased by 98.81 million yen due to a reduction in transfers to the National Health Insurance Program Special Account, etc.,

Ordinary construction project expenses decreased by 281.95 million yen, with increases for rebuilding the Inagi Dai 3 Elementary School building, but decreases for the Inagi Dai 2 Elementary School building extension, installation of air conditioning equipment in special classrooms at junior high schools, and improvements to the south exit plaza of Inagi Station, etc.

Below, we will explain the features of the FY2026 budget in accordance with the framework of the Long-Term Comprehensive Plan's policies.

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Content of the Policy

1. Parenting, Education, Culture - A town where everyone can shine through growth and learning - Inagi

Regarding the enhancement of environments for growth and nurturing, the “Any Child Kindergarten and Childcare Center Access System Pre-Project,” which started in FY2025 to support children's growth by allowing eligible children to use Kindergartens and Childcare Centers regardless of the parent's or guardian's employment status, will be implemented as the “Any Child Kindergarten and Childcare Center Access System” in line with its legalization from April FY2026.

Regarding efforts for the healthy development of children after school, we will newly privatize the After-School Childcare Programs at Inagi Dai 4 Elementary School and Inagi Dai 6 Elementary School.

Additionally, as a measure to address the increasing demand for After-School Childcare Programs, we will carry out the construction work for the (tentative name) Inagi Dai 3 Elementary School After-School Childcare Program, and as an emergency measure for Minamiyama Elementary School After-School Childcare Program, which has many children on the waiting list, we will expand the capacity. Furthermore, we will prepare for the establishment of a new After-School Childcare Program in the Minamiyama area in FY2027, responding flexibly to the needs of users.

Regarding the enhancement of consultation and support systems for growth and parenting, as part of the child support payment assurance support project, we will expand the subsidy items aimed at appropriately securing the child support payments necessary for child-rearing after divorce, and provide subsidies such as support for the creation of debt titles.

Regarding the health checkup project for postpartum women and one-month-old infants, we will newly provide subsidies for examination costs and strive to reduce the financial burden and establish a follow-up system after childbirth so that pregnant women can give birth with peace of mind.

Regarding the enhancement of compulsory education content, to strengthen science education, Shiroyama Elementary School will be designated as the "Inagi Science Special School," where trial science classes will be conducted, and preparations will be made to develop special curricula and other programs toward FY2027.

In addition, by outsourcing part of the educational counseling services to private Business Operators and utilizing new personnel with expertise, we aim to realize counseling support tailored to each individual.

Next, to ensure that students who do not attend school can spend their school life with peace of mind, and to provide support for continuing learning and social independence, we will establish the "Inagi Challenge Class" at Inagi Dai 5 Junior High School.

Additionally, to create an environment that is easy for students who do not attend school to use, we will open the learning support base "Nashinomi Room Annex" by utilizing vacant classrooms at Shiroyama Elementary School.

Regarding club activities in junior high schools, while promoting work style reforms for the School Faculty and Staff, we will appoint club activity instructors and enhance external instructors to sustain school club activities.

Regarding the enhancement of the educational environment, we will carry out the rebuilding of the school building at Inagi Dai 3 Elementary School, and in response to the increase in the number of students and the transition to 35-student classes for all grades in junior high schools, we will proceed with the design and other preparations for the expansion construction of the school building at Inagi Dai 1 Junior High School.

Additionally, for the maintenance and preservation of school buildings, we will carry out waterproofing renovation work on the rooftop of Nagamine Elementary School.

Next, to ensure a safe and comfortable educational environment, we will undertake construction to install air conditioning equipment in special classrooms such as art rooms and technology rooms in all junior high schools where air conditioning has not yet been installed.

Additionally, construction work will be carried out to install barrier-free toilets in the gymnasium of Inagi Dai 4 Junior High School, which is designated as an evacuation center during disasters.

Regarding the enhancement of School Lunch, we will proceed with the design for installing air conditioning equipment in the kitchen and washing rooms of the second cooking facility at the School Lunch Joint Cooking Center.

Regarding the promotion of Lifelong Learning, we will conduct post-evaluation of maintenance operations and assessments and analyses such as deterioration diagnosis in preparation for the expiration of the PFI project contract period for the Inagi City i Plaza.

Additionally, to further enhance citizen services, we will develop the SHIROYAMA EXPERIENCE STUDY INSTITUE as an exchange area for the Central Library and expand the learning spaces in the five municipal libraries excluding the i Plaza Library.

Regarding the promotion of history, culture, and the arts, to commemorate the 55th anniversary of the city's establishment, we will hold the National Shogi Summit 2026 and the Inagi Shogi Festival. Additionally, we will create 3D video representations of existing traditional houses and other facilities in the Hirao area and make them available on the Inagi City Digital Archives.

2. Health, Medical Care, and Welfare - A Town Where Everyone Can Live Healthy in the Community - Inagi

Regarding the promotion of health, to reduce mortality through early detection and early treatment of cancer, stomach cancer screening will transition from X-ray examinations to more accurate gastroscopy, and lung cancer screening will newly include chest X-ray examinations in addition to low-dose chest CT scans.

Regarding the enhancement of the regional medical care system, we will support the continuation and promotion of efforts by the City Medical Association, which has established a home medical care system for Older Adults requiring nursing care.

Regarding the enhancement of the City Hospital, to improve access for patients and secure patient visits, we will start operating a free shuttle wagon service running back and forth between Inagi Station, City Hall, and the City Hospital.

Regarding the development of community welfare, we will subsidize the operating expenses of the Fureai Center Wakabadai, which is managed by the Inagi City Social Welfare Council.

Regarding the enhancement of senior welfare, we will utilize ICT to conduct self-checks and provide information, and engage in awareness-raising activities aimed at the early detection of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and the maintenance and improvement of cognitive functions.

Furthermore, we will proceed with the development toward the establishment of group homes for older adults with dementia.

Regarding the enhancement of welfare for persons with disabilities and children with disabilities, considering the changes in the social environment surrounding persons with disabilities, we will take an overarching view of the city's disability welfare policies and focus on developing measures to improve the environment for community living for persons with disabilities going forward.

To ensure constant communication means with hearing-impaired persons who use sign language as their primary language, including during emergencies and disasters, we will introduce a remote sign language interpretation service.

Additionally, to respond to the increasing demand for developmental support, we will add one more counselor to the Inagi City Developmental Support Center and further enhance the developmental support system.

Regarding the enhancement of support for stability in living and independence, to maintain the health of Public Assistance recipients during the summer heatwave, we will provide emergency support by partially covering the costs of air conditioner purchases and other expenses for households receiving Public Assistance.

Regarding the promotion of public medical insurance and pension systems, we will work to ensure the stable operation of the National Health Insurance Program and revise the National Health Insurance Tax rates, etc., as the national government will begin collecting child and parenting support funds as a source of revenue for declining birthrate measures starting in FY2026.

3. Environment, Economy, and Tourism - A vibrant town surrounded by water and greenery - Inagi

Regarding the creation of a recycling-oriented society, we will enhance the existing bulky waste web reservation system by adding an online payment function to improve convenience for citizens.

Regarding the conservation of the natural environment and the creation of greenery, to preserve the nature of the western part of Minamiyama, we will conduct surveying as preparation for slope protection work at Seeda Yato Green Space. Additionally, we will proceed with the land purchase for the Inagi Fureai Forest Special Green Space Conservation Area.

Regarding the enhancement of the appeal of water, greenery, and parks, we will continue to carry out maintenance such as planting at the (tentative name) Negata Yato Park, creating a lively park suitable as the gateway to TOKYO GIANTS TOWN.

Additionally, concerning Kippou Park, in order to newly open the entire area as an inclusive park, we will undertake renovation and maintenance work in the existing park area.

Regarding the development of the park under the JR Nambu Line viaduct, based on the utilization plan for the space beneath the viaduct, we will carry out development in the Omaru area to create a place for relaxation and interaction.

Additionally, to improve convenience for facility users within Inagi Central Park, we will develop parking areas for large buses and other vehicles within the park.

Regarding the promotion of sports and recreational activities, we will update the sports tractor to address the aging of the facility management vehicles at Inagi Central Park.

Regarding the promotion of community development through the creation of vibrancy and tourism, to commemorate the 55th anniversary of the city’s establishment, we will widely promote the city’s appeal and deepen affection for the city by soliciting designs for license plates for motorized bicycles and the like, and create original design license plates.

Similarly, to commemorate the 55th anniversary of the city’s establishment, the procession of the Soma Nomaoi, held annually in Soma City, will be performed as a traveling show in Inagi City. Through the implementation of this project, we aim to foster civic pride and further promote tourism exchange with our Sister and Friendship Cities.

Also, toward the grand opening of "TOKYO GIANTS TOWN," the city, the tourism association, the Yomiuri Giants, and Yomiuriland will collaborate through public-private partnership to utilize human flow data and digital technology, leading to effective business development and promotion of sightseeing circulation, thereby revitalizing the region.

Furthermore, by implementing multigenerational and cross-sector exchange events and promotional projects for local residents, we will effectively raise awareness of new community spaces such as Giants Town Stadium and the Fureai Center.

4. Urban Infrastructure Development, Firefighting, Crime Prevention - A town where everyone can live safely and comfortably, Inagi

Regarding the development of urban areas, we will promote the Land Readjustment Project to create a good living environment and improve Public Facilities.

For the four districts implemented by the city, we will steadily promote projects based on the Fifth Long-Term Comprehensive Plan of Inagi City.

Regarding the Minamiyama East District implemented by the association, based on the project plan, we will continue to provide guidance to the association to ensure steady project progress toward the completion of construction in FY2025.

Additionally, concerning the new Community Development in the Wakabadai Station East District, since the association preparatory committee was formed in FY2025, we will support the promotion of the Land Readjustment Project by subsidizing part of the costs related to surveys and other preparations for the establishment of the association.

Regarding the revitalization of urban areas, based on the Basic Policy for Address Reorganization in Inagi City, we will implement address reorganization using residential display for the first time in the city in part of the Sakahama district. Additionally, in parts of the Yanokuchi, Higashi-Naganuma, and Momura districts, in conjunction with the land readjustment disposition of the Inagi Minamiyama Eastern Land Readjustment Project, we will adopt the new name "Minamiyama" and proceed with address reorganization by advancing on-site surveys and other preparations.

Regarding the improvement of the road environment, we will continue to request the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to promote the development of the Minami-Tama Ridge Main Line and Tsurukawa Street to facilitate intercity transportation.

Additionally, for the section of the Yomiuriland Line entrusted from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, from in front of the Inagi City Fire Brigade First Division Station to the boundary of the Inagi Minamiyama East Land Readjustment Project area, we will continue land acquisition and compensation for property relocation, as well as carry out road improvement works. Furthermore, for the section at the Tokyo-prefectural border, we will also conduct land acquisition and compensation for property relocation, along with detailed road design and other related work.

Next, regarding the (tentative name) Yanokuchi Pedestrian Overpass, in line with the progress of the Minamiyama East Land Readjustment Project, we will develop the pedestrian overpass at the expense of the Business Operators through public-private partnership to meet the needs of citizens crossing the Yomiuri Land Line and to accommodate the increase in pedestrian traffic.

Next, regarding the section of Tama City Planning Road No. 7-5-3 Shuku-Enokido Line from Kawasaki Kaido to the old Tsurukawa Kaido, we will continue to carry out road construction and related works.

Also, for the section from the new Kisaragi Bridge to Nakahashi, designated in the Sakahama West District Plan, we will continue land acquisition and compensation for property relocation in order to develop the side roads in accordance with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s Misawa River improvement plan.

Regarding the improvement of the traffic environment (mobility), we will provide subsidies for the costs related to the installation of platform doors at Inagi Station on the Keio Sagamihara Line to enhance the safety of railway users.

Additionally, concerning the south exit plaza of Inagi Station, we will continue improvement works on sidewalks, canopies, and other facilities to enhance the safety and convenience for station users and citizens. Furthermore, for the south exit plaza of Keio Yomiuriland Station, we will carry out land acquisition and compensation for property relocation, as well as detailed design work for the pedestrian overpass and elevator.

Regarding the i-Bus project, taking into account the current situation surrounding bus operators, we will operate new routes decided upon by establishing review policies at the "Inagi City Regional Public Transportation Council" and other forums.

Regarding the improvement of sanitary conditions, based on the "Tokyo Raccoon Dog and Masked Palm Civet Control Implementation Plan," we will carry out capture and extermination within residential areas. Additionally, by subsidizing part of the costs for removing hornet nests within residential areas, we will work to prevent stinging injuries caused by hornets.

In addition, we will conduct planned inspections and investigations of aging sewer pipes and strive for appropriate maintenance and management. We will also work to strengthen the management foundation to enable stable management as a local public enterprise in the future.

Regarding the promotion of comprehensive flood control measures, we will continue to improve waterways and ordinary rivers through bank repair work at Sugabori and other projects, and strive to enhance flood control and safety by properly maintaining the Oshitatebori Drainage Pump Station through repair work on miscellaneous drainage pumps.

Additionally, based on the Comprehensive Rainwater Management Plan, we will carry out the maintenance of rainwater pipes in line with the progress of the contracted projects for Yomiuriland Line Nos. 3, 4, and 12, while advancing comprehensive measures against flooding damage.

Regarding the enhancement of the fire department system, to conduct more effective firefighting activities, we will update the fire emergency communication command equipment, which is the core of the Inagi City Fire Department, and strive to strengthen and enhance firefighting mobility.

Regarding the enhancement of the emergency medical system, we will update high-standard ambulances and advanced life-saving equipment to conduct more effective emergency activities and strive to strengthen the emergency system.

Regarding the promotion of community disaster prevention activities, we will equip disaster-use toilet vehicles to ensure hygienic toilet environments at evacuation centers and other locations, aiming to prevent health damage to evacuees from infectious diseases and the like.

Additionally, regarding the Junior Firefighting Club, we will review the organizational structure to accept members from across the entire city, strive to nurture children who will lead the next generation as fire prevention and disaster preparedness leaders, and work to enhance regional disaster resilience.

5. Citizens and Administration: A Sustainable City for Everyone - Inagi

Regarding the sharing of information between citizens and the administration, we will utilize community radio specialized for the region to introduce events and projects, thereby striving to strengthen information dissemination.

Regarding the improvement of administrative services using information systems, to promote the spread of the My Number Card and enhance citizen services toward realizing a digital society, we will open the (tentative name) Inagi My Number Card Center in front of Inagi Station.

In addition, we will expand the convenience store issuance service and add family register certificates to the issuance targets.

Next, to improve the convenience for citizens in registering for automatic bank transfer payments for Municipal Tax, National Health Insurance Tax, Late-Stage Elderly Medical Care premiums, Long-Term Care Insurance premiums, and After-School Childcare Program fees, we will introduce a web automatic bank transfer registration service and start accepting applications online.

Next, as a BPR promotion project through collaboration among three cities, we will work with Hino City and Tama City to utilize the knowledge of private Business Operators regarding online applications, review business workflows, and promote the online processing of administrative procedures.

Additionally, we will pilot the “Generative AI Platform” provided by GovTech Tokyo, which enables the creation of applications using generative AI, to improve operational efficiency.

Above, I have stated the policy direction in accordance with the system of measures of the Fifth Long-Term Comprehensive Plan of Inagi City.

In the new fiscal year, with the understanding and cooperation of the members of the City Council and the citizens, we will promote the projects of the Fifth Long-Term Comprehensive Plan of Inagi City and advance sustainable administrative and financial operations.

Reference Information

• Fifth Long-Term Comprehensive Plan of Inagi City

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