MenuCurrent Budget and Budget Process
The primary function of the Office of Management and Budget is the preparation of key financial planning and budget documents for the City of Raleigh. This division also conducts research and analysis to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness through the use of performance measures and analysis of organizational structures and processes.
The Office of Management and Budget prepares budget notes to provide Council detailed information on specific topics.
Proposed FY2014 Budget Documents
City Manager J. Russell Allen presented the proposed FY 2013-2014 Budget and the proposed FY 2014-FY 2018 Capital Improvement Program to City Council during the May 21 City Council meeting. The proposed budget outlines city expenditure recommendations for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014. The city's capital improvement program analyzes major facility and equipment needs, establishes priorities, estimates fiscal resources, and schedules the development of funded projects spanning FY 2014-FY 2018.
View the City Manager's Presentation Slides
Proposed Budget: View | Download
Proposed Capital Improvement Program: View | Download
Open Data Visualizations
Budget Expenditures by Division
Budget Expenditures by Fund
FY13 Expenditures by Acct Type
FY14 Expenditures by Acct Type
FY14 Pre-Budget Workshop
City Manager J. Russell Allen presented an update to City Council as part of the pre-budget workshop, Monday, April 1 at 4 pm. The presentation includes information about current economic conditions within the city, the status of this year's budget, performance of key city functions, as well an update of the budget development process to-date for next year, FY14.
A Guide to the City of Raleigh Budget
This guide is provided to help citizens learn about the City of Raleigh’s budget.
Learn MoreBudget Process Dates
October - Budget Kickoff: City Manager and Budget Office provide directions to departments regarding budget preparation and submission.
December - Departments submit budget requests to the Budget Office.
January & February - Pre-Budget public hearing. Budget Office reviews submitted budgets and recommends modifications.
March - City Manager reviews budget requests and Budget Office modifications with department directors.
March to May - Budget and Finance staff work with the City Manager to finalize revenue projections and balance the Proposed Budget.
May - City Manager presents the Proposed Operating Budget and Proposed Capital Improvement Program to City Council.
June - Public hearing on the Proposed Operating and Capital Budgets. City Council undertakes Budget Work Sessions.
July 1 - Deadline by which City Council must adopt the Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program
Public Hearings
The City Council traditionally holds a public hearing on the Proposed Budget after its first regular meeting in June. Council meetings, public hearings and work sessions are held in the Council Chambers of the Avery Municipal Complex, 222 West Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC 27601.
Presentations
When requested, city staff will present a summary of the Proposed Budget to Citizen Advisory Councils and other civic groups. The presentation gives an overview of new programs, as well as changes in revenues and expenditures.
Work Sessions
Although no public comment is taken during Council work sessions, these are open to the public. Budget notes and background research requested by Council are available on the morning of each scheduled session.
Council meetings and work sessions are held at the following location:
Council Chambers of the Avery Municipal Complex
222 West Hargett Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Audio enhancements have been installed in the Council Chamber. Assistive listening devices are available upon request. Interpreters for Deaf and Hearing Impaired are available. If needed, please provide a 24-hour notice by calling 919-996-3100 (voice) or 919-996-3107 (TDD).
