FY 2027 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program Adoption
Summary
The city is reviewing preliminary budget add/delete proposals and property tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year, with final adoption scheduled for April 29.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Impacts city revenues and taxpayer obligations for fiscal year 2027.
City residents relying on municipal services and funded public programs.
Property owners facing potential tax rate increases.
Mentions & discussions (6)
City Council Legislative Meeting — September 8, 2026
City management outlined the new process for allocating school budget appropriations across nine state-allowed categories for FY 2028 to increase financial transparency and oversight.
City Council Legislative Meeting — April 29, 2026
City Council approved a balanced $979 million operating budget and a $2.02 billion capital improvement program for FY 2027 without increasing property taxes.
City Council Public Hearing — April 18, 2026
The city is reviewing preliminary budget add/delete proposals and property tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year, with final adoption scheduled for April 29.
Alexandria City Manager James Parajon Champions Flat Budget at Eisenhower Breakfast
Alexandria City Manager James Parajon Champions Flat Budget at Eisenhower Breakfast The Zebra
City Council Legislative Meeting — March 10, 2026
City Council voted to advertise a maximum real estate tax rate of $1.145 to maintain flexibility during budget deliberations, even though the proposed city budget is set at $1.135.
City Council Legislative Meeting — February 24, 2026
The city manager presented the proposed budget and capital improvement program for the upcoming fiscal year, setting the stage for community review and work sessions.
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