FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — Fresno leaders approved a $2.56 billion Fiscal Year 2027 budget that city officials say focuses on public safety, street paving and beautification projects, while avoiding layoffs or cuts to employee compensation.
Mayor Jerry Dyer announced that the Fresno City Council unanimously adopted the FY27 budget.
The budget totals approximately $2.56 billion, with the General Fund accounting for $546.41 million.
Enterprise and internal service funds total $1.12 billion, and the remaining $891.97 million comes from special revenue sources and grants.
“I am pleased to receive another 7-0 council vote in support of the FY27 budget. This budget prioritizes public safety, paving neighborhood streets, and beautifying the Tower District and downtown area,” Dyer said. “I am especially proud that we approved a balanced budget in a very difficult fiscal year without laying off a single employee or reducing pay or benefits.”
The FY27 budget was approved on Tuesday after comments from the public and councilmembers.
“Fresno residents deserve a budget that invests in their neighborhoods, protects essential services, and prepares our city for the future. I am proud that this budget delivers on those priorities,” said Council President Esparza. “Over the last several years, Fresno has continued to grow, adapt, and overcome significant challenges. This budget builds on that momentum through historic investments that strengthen our communities, support long-term economic vitality, and position our city for continued success, all while maintaining our commitment to responsible fiscal management.”
Notable highlights about the Fiscal Year 2027 budget
$2 million in grants to First Five of California to support Council Vice President Maxwell’s early learning initiative$1.8 million for Eviction Protection Program (EPP)Advanced Peace fully funded for FY27 with significant funding remaining for FY28.$825k for nonprofits for spay and neuter. This includes a $300k match from Dogwood Animal Rescue.$500,000 to acquire land and design a new park near the Addams Elementary School.$1 million to beautify sidewalks in the Tower District and Downtown.Utility Box Art program to expand beyond the airport and university districts into the Tower District and Downtown.The addition of a liaison for the Office of Community Affairs$75 million for street and sidewalk constructionTwo Firefighter Drill Schools$1.9 million to support residential infill housingAn additional HART Team to address the unhoused populationConstruction of a new Fire Training CenterNearly $700k for freeway trash removal1,000 new trees planted in FY27 and $3.3 million in tree trimming, allowing for a 10-year cycle.$1 billion to support 470 major Capital Projects