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Budget

Learn about the City’s budget process and how money is spent.

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Budget Process

The budget includes revenue projections and spending plans for the next two years for City departments. Work starts on the budget each fall for the upcoming fiscal year that starts on the next July 1. View Budget Documents for FY 2026 & 2027

DecemberDepartments get instructions and propose budgets
MarchDepartments send proposals to the Mayor and Board
JuneThe Mayor proposes a City Budget
JulyThe Board amends and approves the budget
AugustThe Mayor signs the budget