budget 101 Info
Our Budget 101 Presentation introduces you to City Budget basics, the budget process, and how you can get involved. Here is a short recap of what you should know about the budget.
Check out our events page for an up-to-date list of Budget 101 and 201 events.
Catch our Budget 101 series on Instagram.
How Does Philadelphia’s Annual city budget work?
Look through our Budget 101 presentation and watch a short video from the City of Philadelphia that outlines the Budgeting Process.
See below for additional resources from the City.
Watch Budget Hearings and read department’s prepared testimony
The Five Year Plan is a narrative document that outlines the programs and services that the city plans to fund over the next five years.
Proposed Capital Program & Budget
The Capital Budget funds long-term infrastructure investments.
FY27 Plan Overview (Presentation)
A presentation from Mayor Parker’s administration that highlights specific funding for FY27
Key Questions
The City Budget is an annual plan with a price tag that outlines how much the City is going to receive (revenue) and spend (expenditures) during a particular year.
What is the City Budget?
Who makes the City Budget?
The City Budget is made by many people including the Mayor, City Council, and City Departments - including the Budget Office, Finance, and Revenue.
When does the Budget process take place?
The Budget works according to the City’s Fiscal Year timeline, which starts July 1 and ends June 30. The Budget process takes place throughout the year, though it is introduced to the public by the Mayor in March and then passed through City Council during the spring. This is often referred to as “Budget Season” because it is when the budget is being negotiated between the Mayor and City Council.
Write to your City Council members about what you want to see in the Budget! You can also show up for Public Testimony at City Council. More information is available here.
How can I get involved?
If you are interested in bringing a Budget 101 to your neighborhood, reach out to us at info@peoplesbudgetoffice.org