FY 2026-2027 Metro Budget
Summary
The next fiscal year's operating and capital budget ordinances, plus Louisville Tourism and TARC budgets, were introduced and sent to the Budget Committee — the decisions that set tax rates, services and construction projects for the year.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 10
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Sep 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Sets the entire metro spending plan for fiscal year 2026-27; dollar totals set in the budget documents.
All residents, through funded services, programs and infrastructure.
Housing advocates say low-income families and renters lose out with the trust fund cut and the Arthur Street Hotel closing.
Mentions & discussions (10)
Budget Committee — September 3, 2026
The annual tax ordinance sets the rates Metro will collect on your property bill this fiscal year — it funds core services like police, fire, parks, and libraries. It now goes before the full Council on September 10.
Government Oversight/Audit and Appointments Committee — September 1, 2026
Ordinance O-161-26 changes the debt service adjustment in LMCO Section 50.24, which affects how the metro government accounts for debt costs — a budget housekeeping matter with potential ripple effects on future borrowing and spending.
Budget Committee — August 6, 2026
Small-dollar neighborhood development fund transfers for Districts 7, 11, and 3, plus a broader reallocation of funds between departments, all recommended for final council approval on August 13.
Metro Council — June 25, 2026
The $1.1 billion budget passed, but critics say it shortchanges the Affordable Housing Trust Fund and down payment assistance while Louisville is 30,000 housing units short. Supporters point to a long-sought Shawnee-area community center, public safety investment and a $250,000 boost to down payment assistance.
Budget Committee — June 22, 2026
The companion spending plan for one-time construction, repair and improvement projects — roads, buildings and facilities across Metro. Also amended in committee before the 8-1 recommendation vote.
Metro Council — June 11, 2026
The next fiscal year's operating and capital budget ordinances, plus Louisville Tourism and TARC budgets, were introduced and sent to the Budget Committee — the decisions that set tax rates, services and construction projects for the year.
Budget Committee — May 28, 2026
Mayor Greenberg's proposed executive budget is now before the Budget Committee, which will grill departments before the full council votes on a final spending plan. This hearing covered Economic Development and Codes and Regulations.
Budget Committee — May 21, 2026
The committee is working through the mayor's recommended budget for next fiscal year, department by department. Fire, Emergency Services, and Animal Services got their day, and the full budget and hearing schedule are now available.
Budget Committee — May 20, 2026
The mayor's proposed budget for the coming fiscal year was formally received by the committee, kicking off the review process that will lead to budget hearings and a final council vote.
Budget Committee — May 13, 2026
The committee kicked off its review of the proposed FY27 Executive Budget, starting with Parks and the Zoo. The final budget determines how your tax dollars fund services next year.
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