The Morrisville Town Council and Staff are currently working through preliminary work sessions to aid the development of a FY2027 Recommended Budget & Capital Investment Program. The dashboard provides a framework of current preliminary Council work sessions, a schedule to review once the Town Manager prepares and presents a Recommended Budget in May, and community engagement opportunities.
This online Budget Dashboard serves as a central point to stay as the budget is shaped and reviewed.
Your input matters - share your thoughts through the Budget Portal:
Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Outreach Survey:
Council budget priorities being used to shape the budget include:
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Resilient Fiscal Management
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Pedestrian & Vehicle Safety
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- Expand Public Transportation to Enhance Reliability
- Address Congestion Across Town
- Emphasize Education & Enforcement
- Enhance Safe Ways to Travel in Town
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Optimization of Operations
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- Enhance Civic Trust & Transparent Governance
- Use AI to Ease Staff Time & Enhance Training
- Technology for Operational Efficiencies
- Resourceful Use of Facilities & Equipment
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Sustainability & Environment Focus
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- Leverage Cutting-Edge Ideas
- Reduce Carbon Emissions in Town-Owned Buildings
- Create Community Sustainable Programming for Residents & Businesses
- Enhance Sustainable Development Options
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Building Our Future
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- Build Reserves
- Activate Town Center
- Identify Revenue Potential from Redevelopment
- Build Community Accolades & Recognition Opportunities
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Innovation Connections
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- Arts & Cultural Initiatives
- Provide Welcoming Connections for Residents & Businesses
- Create Entrepreneurship & Innovation Programs
- Expanded Partnerships with Community and Regional Stakeholders
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Livable Community Options
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- Provide Housing Options for all Income Levels & Life Stages.
- Advance Education Advocacy that Strengthens Community.
- Focus on Livability & Well-being through Programs and Amenities
- Promote Healthy Community Initiatives
- Aging Well & Senior Support
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Public Safety
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- Preserve Morrisville’s Image as a Safe Place
- Ensure Strong Emergency Responsiveness through Staffing Standards, Continuous Training, Modern Equipment & Strong Regional Coordination
- Ensure Community-Centered Public Safety Services
The Town Council and staff would like to encourage all community members to participate and engage in this year's budget process. Each year, the Town of Morrisville strives to create a balanced budget, carefully considering competing priorities and the community's perspective within limited resources. Your input is essential in this process, guiding staff and Town Council to make informed decisions that align with our community’s needs and priorities.
Budget Review Timeline
·Thursday, January 23: Retreat Budget Presentation - Budget Orientation, Council Priorities Workshop, & Capital Investment Program(PDF, 1MB)
·Thursday, December 5: Preliminary Budget Survey Posted
·Thursday, March 10: Budget Work Session - Budget SOAR Priorities Presentation(PDF, 2MB)
(this is not a proposed budget presentation)
·Thursday, March 20: Budget Priorities Survey Posted
·Thursday, April 9: Town Council Budget Preview Work Session - Budget Preview Presentation(PDF, 3MB)
& FAQ Version 1(PDF, 652KB)
(this is not a proposed budget presentation)
·Tuesday, April 28: Town Council Budget Development Work Session
·Thursday, April 30: Town Council Budget Development Work Session (continued)
·Tuesday, May 12: FY27 Recommended Budget is presented to Town Council
·Thursday, May 14: Tentative FY27 Budget Work Review Work Session
·Tuesday, May 26: Town Council Budget/CIP Public Hearing
·Thursday, May 28: Tentative FY27 Budget Work Review Work Session
·Tuesday, June 9: Tentative FY27 Budget/CIP Adoption