Fw: How Should Arlington Balance its Budget

[Cynthia Palmer]

Hi all -- just making sure we all saw this request for feedback on the county budget.

Thanks to Elwyn and to Pam for forwarding (and to David for raising it last night at the PAC meeting). 

Stay warm, today is chillier than yesterday.... it's one of those days when our laundry hanging outside has icicles :) 

c.

----- Forwarded Message -----

From: Inside Arlington <arlin...@public.govdelivery.com>

To: "cmp...@yahoo.com" <cmp...@yahoo.com>

Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 02:55:57 PM EST

Subject: How Should Arlington Balance its Budget

The County Manager needs to hear from you!

JAN 14, 2026 View as a webpage / Share How Should Arlington Balance its Budget? Arlington County faces a difficult decision-making process as it looks to balance spending with revenue for the 2027 fiscal year (FY), which starts July 1, 2026. To help us better understand the needs of the community and to inform the County Manager as he develops his proposed budget, we're asking you to share your feedback on potential ways to save money and increase revenue.  Share Your Feedback Outlook for FY 2027 Addressing the budget shortfall could require cuts to County services and raising taxes and fees. Check out this infographic for a snapshot of the challenges, possible options, and how you can participate in the budget process. Balancing the Budget Critical Budget Challenges This next fiscal year brings many uncertainties, including impacts of the federal budget, ongoing pressures from high office vacancy rates, an increased need for the County’s social safety net programs and services, and a changing economic environment. Visit the County website for additional information, including guidance from the County Board. FY 2027 Budget Information How do you develop a balanced budget? Curious how the County Manager creates a balance budget? In this 60 second video he explains the many factors and variables that must be considered each year. Missed a previous edition? View an archive of all the Inside Arlington newsletters. Receive important County updates! Subscribing to additional newsletters.

Manage Subscriptions  |  Help

This email was sent to cmp...@yahoo.com on behalf of Arlington County.