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Public Hearing on Town Manager's Recommended Budget for FY 2027 & Capital Improvement Plan (2027-2031)
PURPOSE: The purpose of this agenda item is to provide an opportunity for the public to comment on the Town Manager's Recommended Budget for FY 2027 as required by G.S.159-12: Filing and publication of the budget; budget hearings (b).
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Department
DEPARTMENT: Town Manager Office & Finance
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Council Direction
COUNCIL DIRECTION:
_X_ Race/Equity __X__ Climate _X___ Comprehensive Plan ____Other
Council Direction Statement
The annual budget and budget document are important planning and policy documents the Town produces each year, as required by state statute. In developing the FY2027 recommended budget and Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), departments aligned their budgets with Council priorities, including Race and Equity, Climate Action, the Comprehensive Plan, and other strategic initiatives.
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Information
INFORMATION: By state law, the Town Manager is required to submit a recommended budget and budget message to the Mayor and Town Council by June 1 of each year. This recommended budget is to be made available for public inspection and the Town Council is required to hold a public hearing on it prior to adoption. The FY 2027 Recommended Budget can be found on the Town’s website at the following location: www.carrboronc.gov/budget <http://www.carrboronc.gov/budget>.
The Town’s annual operating budget and CIP represents Carrboro’s mission and commitment to protecting the quality of life our residents value while navigating a challenging economic environment with care, discipline, and long-term vision. This budget reflects our dedication to supporting our valuable employees, investing in critical infrastructure, and meeting the immediate needs of our community.
The Town Manager’s recommended total budget for FY 2027 is $44.6 million, which includes the following funds:
• General Fund: $36,237,328
• Capital Project Funds: $2,510,000
• Special Revenue Funds: $4,631,556
• Stormwater Enterprise Fund: $1,181,317
• Parking Enterprise Fund: $92,876
The Town Manager presented the recommended budget at the Town Council work session meeting on May 12, 2026. Notice of the public hearing for May 19, 2026, has been published by the Town Clerk and posted to the Town’s website.
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Fiscal and Staff Impact
FISCAL IMPACT: The FY2027 Manager’s Recommended Budget ($44.6M) is presented within the item. As this item is a public hearing only, there is no immediate fiscal impact associated with this item. Funds to cover the public notice are included in the FY2026 budget.
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Recommendation
RECOMMENDATION: The Town Manager recommends that the Town Council: 1) hold a public hearing and receive comments from the public on the Town Manager’s recommended budget for FY 2027 and CIP; and 2) provide directions to the Town Manager for preparation of the final FY 2027 budget ordinance which is scheduled for adoption on June 2, 2026.
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