Erin E. Taylor, Director
The Budget Division under the Department of Administration and Finance develops, monitors and enforces the City's operating and capital budgets. The Division provides status reports on a regular basis, as well as information and analysis for policy decisions. Reports are developed for distribution to the public and City Council describing the city's financial status and projections.
The preparation of the Annual Budget for the City of Worcester is governed by the provisions found in M.G.L. Chapter 44. According to state law, the budget must be submitted to the City Council within 170 days after the council organizes in early January. The City Council then holds a series of public hearings to solicit citizen participation regarding departmental budget requests. The City Council has jurisdiction to make reductions, but cannot increase the proposed budget without the recommendation of the City Manager. Following submission of the budget, the City Council has 45 days in which to act.
Operating and Capital Budgets
Informing Worcester
Informing Worcester is the City's open data portal. The City has established this open data portal where any and all interested parties can obtain public information at no cost. The portal includes annual operating budgets, capital improvement plans and more.
Long-Term Financial Plan
Creating and adhering to a long-term financial plan allows the City to make strategic, forward-looking decisions come budget time. With strong principles to guide us, we are able to plan for the City's financial future with a degree of certainty we would not otherwise enjoy.
Contact Information
Address
Budget
City Hall Room 201
455 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01608
Contact
Phone: 508-799-1180
Fax: 508-799-1203
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Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.