FY2027 Simulator
What would you change?
The Mayor proposed a $484.5M budget for FY2027. Adjust the areas you care about and see if you can keep it balanced.
Schools
Teachers, transportation, vocational programs
49% of budget
$235.2M
Proposed amount
49% of budget. Each $1M is roughly 12 teacher positions. State law requires a minimum spending level.
Public Safety
Police, fire, and emergency services
10% of budget
$48.2M
Proposed amount
10% of budget. Each $1M covers ~8 first responder positions. Police is $27M, Fire is $21M.
City Services
Roads, trash, parks, library, inspections, IT
9% of budget
$42.1M
Proposed amount
9% of budget. Covers 6 departments. Cuts may affect trash pickup, road repairs, library hours.
Debt Payments
Paying off bonds for past school and road projects
3% of budget
$13.7M
Proposed amount
3% of budget. Legally required until bonds mature. Actually declining as older bonds are paid off.
Set by state law, union contracts, and retirement boards. These grow about $6M every year automatically.
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This is an educational tool, not a precision budgeting tool. Revenue is held fixed at the proposed amount. In reality, the Mayor and City Council adjust both sides. Data from the FY2027 Proposed Municipal Budget (May 12, 2026). Learn more