City of Atlanta FY2026 Budget

The City of Atlanta’s Charter requires the Mayor to submit the proposed annual budget to the City Council no later than their first regular meeting in May. (Section 6-302(b)) This year, that’s May 5. The City Council must adopt the budget no later than June. Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 starts on July 1, 2025.

Atlanta City Council’s FY2026 Budget Priorities

City of Atlanta Budget Process