City Manager Marcus D. Jones

Charlotte operates under a council-manager form of government. The mayor and City Council are responsible for making policy decisions for the community. The city manager is responsible for carrying out those decisions, as well as providing vision and leadership to the organization and overseeing the daily operations of city government.

The City Manager presented the Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

On May 4, 2026, City Manager Marcus D. Jones presented the $4.49 billion Proposed Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Budget. The Proposed FY 2027 Budget is balanced with a two-year lens, and proposes investments to meet the need of our growing community. This budget reflects the city’s ongoing commitment to the high level of service our community relies on, and it provides the added resources needed to enhance public safety and invest in our rapidly growing city. A Budget Public hearing will be held on May 11, 2026, with Budget Adoption scheduled for June 8, 2026.

Proposed Fiscal Year 2027 Budget

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