Planning for FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget and 2027-2036 CIP
The preparation of Chandler’s budget is a collaborative effort between the City Council, City Manager, City Staff, and the residents of Chandler.
Scheduled Public Meetings
The Chandler City Council will hold a series of public meetings, which began on October 2025, to discuss and formulate the city’s 2026-27 budget, which begins July 1, 2026. The meetings include presentations and discussions about the proposed operating and capital budgets, as well as the timing of projects in the city’s 10-year Capital Improvement Program. Each meeting will include opportunities for the public to listen and provide comments on the proposed city budget as detailed in the budget timeline below.
On October 13, 2025, a meeting was held where the Mayor and City Council reviewed the Strategic Framework, Capital Improvement Project Guidelines, and Financial Policies while considering the significant budgetary impacts for the upcoming fiscal year. The City Council then provided direction in the form of General Fund priorities, that will serve as a foundation for recommendations to be brought forward in subsequent budget planning meetings for discussion and approval.
As part of the annual budget development process, the city conducts a survey of residents from late November 2025 through mid-January 2026. The survey gives residents a chance to voice their opinions on various topics related to Quality of Life, Return on Tax Dollars, Citizen Satisfaction with Overall City Services, and City Council Strategic Goals. The survey results will be shared with the Mayor and City Council members. The city values resident input to strengthen the budget process.
Paper copies were available in English, Spanish, and Mandarin at various city facilities, including libraries, community centers, and the City Hall lobby, as well as in a downloadable file form.
Council Workshop #1 covers a recap of the Resident Budget Survey, an overview of the economic update impacts on the city, Major Revenue and Expenditure trends, PSPRS update, the preliminary Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) overview and a discussion on Property Taxes.
The workshop was held on February 5, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Chandler City Council Chambers Conference Room, located at 88 E. Chicago Street, Chandler, Arizona.
The city has received its 2026 Levy Limit Worksheet from the Maricopa County Assessor. The report notes total net assessed value growth of 3.8%, including 0.9% from new property and 2.9% from appreciation.
Council Workshop #2 includes a budget overview and a focused look at the preliminary General Fund operating budget. It also features a review of the 5-year One-time General Fund balance forecast, along with a summary and discussion on assessed valuation and property taxes.
The workshop took place on March 23, 2026, at 4:00 pm in the Council Chambers Conference Room, 88 E. Chicago St., Chandler, AZ.
Council Workshop #3 provides a comprehensive overview of Capital and Infrastructure initiatives. The session will cover the proposed 10-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP), featuring a review of key projects. Additionally, the workshop will include a discussion on Chandler's Water and Wastewater Utilities projects and associated rates.
The workshop is scheduled for March 26, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers Conference Room, 88 E. Chicago Street, Chandler, Arizona.
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The All Day Budget and CIP Briefing with City Council will take place on May 1, 2026, at 8:00 am in the Council Chambers Conference Room, 88 E. Chicago St., Chandler, AZ.
The Tentative Budget Adoption will take place on May 21, 2026, at 6:00 pm in the Council Chambers Conference Room, 88 E. Chicago St., Chandler, AZ.
The Final Adoption of the Budget and CIP will take place on June 11, 2026, at 6:00 pm in the Council Chambers Conference Room, 88 E. Chicago St., Chandler, AZ.
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