Austin 2026-2027 Budget
Austin 2026-2027 Budget
Events
Virtual City Manager Budget Conversations
Join us for an opportunity to learn about how the City of Austin develops its annual budget directly from the City Manager, T.C. Broadnax.
Interpretation is available upon request through 3-1-1.
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Budget Overview
City Budget Overview
The Budget Development Process
The City of Austin is committed to an inclusive and transparent budget development process that utilizes resident and stakeholder feedback to ensure budget priorities are being met. Each year, the City prepares a budget that balances community priorities, operational needs, legal mandates, and available revenue. The process includes financial forecasting, departmental proposals, community engagement, and review by the City Manager before a proposed budget is presented to City Council.
Community Input Matters
Feedback from residents helps highlight service needs, priorities, and opportunities across Austin. Input gathered through community conversations, surveys, Boards & Commissions, and other engagement tools is reviewed alongside financial and operational data to help guide City leadership in the budget development process.