Dunwoody, GA – September 3, 2025 – The City of Dunwoody has released its proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Operating and Capital Budget, a $70.5 million plan with a focus on public safety and customer service, while maintaining strong financial reserves. The FY2026 Proposed Budget represents a 0.2% decrease from the amended FY2025 budget, reflecting disciplined spending and long-term fiscal stewardship.

The proposed budget, presented by Mayor Lynn Deutsch and City Manager Eric Linton, will be presented and discussed during a Special Called Dunwoody City Council Meeting on Monday, September 29, at 10 a.m. at Dunwoody City Hall (4800 Ashford Dunwoody Road). This will be followed by two required public hearings before final adoption later this fall.

“The City remains in a strong financial position as it heads into FY2026, with a focus on staying adaptable for the future,” wrote Mayor Deutsch and Mr. Linton in their budget letter. “Historical stewardship of funds has placed the City in a strong position as it moves forward. This budget has been developed using all information, data, and tools available at this time, but with the understanding that budgets are dynamic.”

Key Highlights of the FY2026 Proposed Budget include the following:

• $38.0 million General Fund – a 2.71% increase, primarily for employee compensation, benefits, contract escalations, and maintenance/utility costs.
• Public Safety Investment – Police Department funding of $14.5 million, supporting personnel, technology, and operational needs.
• Infrastructure & Public Works – $21.0 million in combined funding, including SPLOST and grants, to advance road, stormwater, and capital improvement projects.
• Parks & Recreation – Nearly $9.6 million allocated for facilities, programs, and capital improvements to enhance quality of life.
• Strong Reserves – Maintains over six months of fund balance, exceeding the City Charter’s four-month reserve requirement to ensure stability in emergencies.
• Hotel/Motel Tax Revenue – Projected at $5.9 million, a 3% increase reflecting high hotel occupancy rates.

The FY2026 Proposed Budget is available for public review on the City’s website using this link. Public hearings will be held on October 14 and October 27 at 6 p.m. at Dunwoody City Hall.

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For more information regarding the City of Dunwoody, please contact Jennifer Boettcher, Communications Director: 678.382.6881, email.