Fiscal Year 2026-27 Recommended Budget and Tax Rates
Greensboro
Summary
Council reviewed the $913 million proposed operating budget, discussing property tax rates, employee compensation, benefits, and spending priorities.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
A total recommended budget of $913 million, representing a 10% increase over the current year.
City employees receiving compensation adjustments and residents receiving municipal services.
Residents facing higher property valuations and tax rates under the proposed budget.
Mentions & discussions (8)
Greensboro now has among NC’s highest municipal tax rates
Greensboro now has among NC’s highest municipal tax rates Carolina Journal
City Council Meetings
The city council adopted a $910 million budget and set the property tax rate at 79.85 cents per $100 value after state actions altered property revaluation baselines. The spending plan funds vital public safety initiatives, infrastructure maintenance, and employee pay adjustments.
Greensboro City Council approves $910M budget with 12.6-cent property tax rate increase
Greensboro City Council approves $910M budget with 12.6-cent property tax rate increase wfmynews2.com
Mayor: City May Have To Raise Tax Rate If Moratorium Becomes Law
Mayor: City May Have To Raise Tax Rate If Moratorium Becomes Law The Rhino Times of Greensboro -
City Council Meetings
Residents and business owners spoke out against proposed property tax increases, utility rate hikes, and spending priorities, arguing that households are already squeezed by inflation and rising costs.
Greensboro city manager breaks down proposed $913 million budget
Greensboro city manager breaks down proposed $913 million budget FOX8 WGHP
City Council Work Sessions
Council reviewed the $913 million proposed operating budget, discussing property tax rates, employee compensation, benefits, and spending priorities.
City Council Meetings
The City Manager presented a $913 million budget for fiscal year 2026-27 that proposes a property tax rate of 58.3 cents and increases employee minimum wages to $21.25 per hour while funding public safety and infrastructure priorities.
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