Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Cincinnati City Council adopts FY26–27 budget, directs millions to neighborhoods, housing and events
Summary
The council approved the biannual FY26–27 budget after a series of final amendments, adding one‑time and programmatic funds for neighborhood catalytic projects, housing acquisition, event support and human services while directing larger capital and operating priorities for public safety and public works.
Cincinnati City Council on Wednesday approved the city manager’s FY26–27 biennial budget, endorsing a set of council amendments that direct one‑time and programmatic funds to neighborhood revitalization, housing acquisition, events and human services.
The council vote followed a lengthy meeting and a series of roll calls. Council leaders said the administration’s plan balanced the budget without relying on American Rescue Plan Act dollars and kept funding for core services while adding targeted investments.
Council amendments and supplemental allocations approved in the final package include: $2 million toward redevelopment of the Romar (Romax) site in the West End; a $6.5 million commitment for neighborhood revitalization in Bond Hill; an additional $250,000 for a property tax…
Already have an account? Log in
Subscribe to keep reading
Unlock the rest of this article — and every article on Citizen Portal.
- Unlimited articles
- AI-powered breakdowns of topics, speakers, decisions, and budgets
- Instant alerts when your location has a new meeting
- Follow topics and more locations
- 1,000 AI Insights / month, plus AI Chat