Title
Receive a Report on the Governor’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-27 Proposed Budget.
Report
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Board of Supervisors receive a report on the Governor’s FY 2026-27 Proposed Budget.
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
Governor Newsom released his proposed FY 2026-27 budget on January 9, 2026. The County Administrative Office has reviewed the Governor’s Budget Summary, the Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) Overview of the Governor’s Budget, and the California State Association of Counties (CSAC) Budget Action Bulletin for statewide perspectives. In addition, departments provided preliminary impact statements. This information has been compiled into a consolidated overview attached for review. Also attached is a copy of the CSAC budget bulletin.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT/COMMITTEE ACTIONS:
This report incorporates preliminary budget impact statements provided by County departments and information provided by CSAC and LAO.
FINANCING:
Acceptance of this report has no fiscal impact.
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS:
A thorough analysis of the State Budget prepares the County to reflect impacts during the County budget process and form possible strategies to adapt to State and Board priorities.
Mark a check to the related Board of Supervisors Strategic Plan Goals:
___ Well-Being and Quality of Life
___ Sustainable Infrastructure for the Present and Future
___ Safe and Resilient Communities
___ Diverse and Thriving Economy
_X_ Administrative
Link to the Strategic Plan:
<https://www.countyofmonterey.gov/home/showdocument?id=139569>
Prepared by: Bella Lesik, Administrative Analyst, ext. 6767
Approved by: Michael Beaton, Assistant County Administrative Officer, ext. 3835
Attachments:
Attachment A - Overview Governor’s FY27 Proposed Budget
Attachment B - CSAC Budget Action Bulletin