Order for a hearing to discuss Boston's FY27 operating budget.

This order initiates the Boston City Council's review process for the Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget. The FY26 budget was $4.8 billion. The Mayor is expected to submit the FY27 budget in the second week of April, with final Council action anticipated by June 24. Due to fiscal uncertainties, including potential federal funding cuts and rising costs, departments have been advised to reduce budgets by at least 2 percent to maintain the city's AAA bond rating and cover fixed costs. The Council, through its Committee on Ways and Means, will hold multiple hearings and public testimony sessions to discuss revenues, preliminary plans, and ensure essential services are delivered responsibly, while continuing investment in schools, parks, housing, and community safety.

Residents will have opportunities to provide public testimony on the upcoming FY27 operating budget. The budget process aims to balance essential city services with fiscal responsibility, potentially involving departmental budget reductions of at least 2% to maintain the city's AAA bond rating.

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