Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 City Budget
Winston-Salem
Summary
The city is reviewing funding requests from local non-profits and community organizations for the upcoming fiscal year. Staff presented initial funding totals and overlap with county funding, with final decisions expected during a May budget workshop.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jun 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
General fund community agency funding is projected at approximately $841,000 based on initial council recommendations, while occupancy tax funding is held flat around $400,000.
Local non-profit agencies and community service providers seeking municipal financial support.
Property owners and utility ratepayers facing increased tax and fee burdens.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council — June 1, 2026
The city council adopted the FY 2027 budget with a property tax rate of 58.9 cents per $100, which is slightly lower than originally proposed and maintains competitive municipal costs compared to other large North Carolina cities.
City Council — May 18, 2026
The city is considering a $703 million budget that includes a 4.6% property tax increase, utility rate hikes, and funding requests from dozens of community non-profits.
City Council — May 4, 2026
City Manager Pat Pate presented the proposed annual budget, which includes a 2.6-cent property tax increase and a 5% utility fee hike to cover rising costs and maintain services.
Finance Committee — April 14, 2026
The city is reviewing funding requests from local non-profits and community organizations for the upcoming fiscal year. Staff presented initial funding totals and overlap with county funding, with final decisions expected during a May budget workshop.
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