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Mayor Abula unveils proposed FY2027 budget with increases for schools, housing and city workforce
Summary
Mayor Abula presented a FY2027 proposal that prioritizes strengthening city operations, invests $263.5 million in the workforce (including $22.1 million to meet collective bargaining commitments), and allocates funds for affordable housing, public-housing redevelopment and Richmond Public Schools.
Mayor Abula presented the city's proposed fiscal year 2027 budget to the Richmond City Council, saying the plan focuses on strengthening city operations, preserving affordable housing and increasing support for schools.
"I am very excited to present our proposed fiscal year 27 budget to you for all for consideration this afternoon," Abula said, framing the plan around transforming Richmond's government into "a model public sector organization" that is competent, transparent and responsive.
Abula said the proposal was developed in a constrained fiscal environment and highlighted specific investments. The plan would invest $263,500,000 in the city workforce, including a $22,100,000 increase from FY26 to fulfill collective bargaining commitments; union-represented employees would…
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