The City of Upper Arlington will start its budget review process for the 2027-2028 fiscal years on November 9, 2026, with a public hearing on the Capital Improvement Program. Subsequent hearings will address operating budgets, capital equipment, and open items, culminating in final budget changes and a Council vote on December 14, 2026. Meetings will take place at the Municipal Services Center, located at 3600 Tremont Road, beginning at 6 pm.

Press Release: City of Upper Arlington

Published November 9, 2026. Reproduced in full from the City of Upper Arlington.

COUNCIL CORNER: 2027-2028 Budget Review Schedule

The fall of each even numbered year marks a busy time for the City as departments develop their proposed budgets for the next two years. The results of that effort come before Council starting in November, with a series of public hearings that look at the different budget components.

The City’s financial position remains strong, thanks to several interrelated factors that include:

  • The leadership of past and present City Councils that have guided reviews, updates and adherence to strong fiscal policies and financial accountability practices;
  • The cumulative effect of a proactive economic development program, which is diversifying and strengthening the business community.

The proposed 2027-2028 budget is reflective of conservative revenue projections that align with the current economic climate, while positioning the City to be able to continue providing a high level of services and reinvestment in the 10-Year Capital Improvement Program, relative to streets, sidewalks, waterlines, sewers, parks and other public infrastructure.

Dates for the budget hearings are as follows:

  • Monday, November 9 - Capital Improvement Program
  • Monday, November 16, Operating, Capital Equipment, Schedule of Fees
  • Monday, November 30, open items
  • Monday, December 7, final budget changes, 1st Reading
  • Monday, December 14, final budget changes, 2nd Reading, Council Vote

Meetings begin at 6 pm, at the Municipal Services Center, 3600 Tremont Road. For additional details, contact our Finance Director, Brent Lewis, at 614-583-5288 or [email protected].