City Council begins 2027 budget review, invites public input

The Colorado Springs City Council today received the Mayor's proposed 2027 City Budget, kicking off its review and approval process for the coming fiscal year.

Under the City Charter, Council approves the annual budget by ordinance, with or without amendment.

Council invites residents to share feedback at a Public Hearing on Monday, October 26 at 5:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers at Colorado Springs City Hall, 107 North Nevada Avenue.

City Council Timeline for 2027 Budget:

• Monday, October 5, 2026: City Council formally receives the Mayor's 2027 proposed City budget*
• Thursday, October 15, 2026, 9 a.m.: City Council 2027 Budget Work Session
• Monday, October 26, 2026, 5:30 p.m.: City Council Public Hearing on 2027 Budget
• Thursday, October 29, 2026, 9 a.m.: City Council 2027 Budget Markup Session
• Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 9 a.m.: First Reading of 2027 Budget Ordinance at the Regular Meeting of City Council
• Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 9 a.m.: Second Reading and vote on 2027 Budget Ordinance at the Regular Meeting of City Council

*The City Charter requires the Mayor to deliver the proposed budget to City Council on or before the first Monday in October.

All meetings and hearings will be held in City Council Chambers. They are open to the public and can be seen on SpringsTV, Comcast Channel 18 and 880 (HD), StratusIQ Channel 99 (Streaming), and on the Colorado Springs City Council Facebook Page.

Meeting dates and times are subject to change. Visit ColoradoSprings.gov/CityCouncil for the most up-to-date information.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA"), the City of Colorado Springs will not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Should you require an auxiliary aid and/or service to participate in an upcoming meeting, please submit your request as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the scheduled monthly meeting. Captioning services are available for online meetings. Citizens may submit requests for accommodations by emailing [email protected] or contacting the City Council Office at 719-385-5986. Dial 711 or 800-659-3656 for Relay Colorado.