annual operating budget fiscal year 2027
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Mayor Michelle Wu submitted Boston's Fiscal Year 2027 Recommended Annual Operating Budget of $4.9 billion and a five-year Capital Plan (FY27-FY31) of $4.4 billion to the City Council on April 6, 2026. The budget prioritizes protecting essential city services and long-term stability while navigating challenging fiscal conditions including rising costs, slowing revenue growth, and inflationary pressures within Massachusetts' constrained municipal revenue limitations. The comprehensive budget document includes detailed operating budget information, revenue analysis, education funding, capital planning, and departmental breakdowns across four volumes.
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