Budget

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Budget Information

FY27 Budget Book Manager Draft Budget
FY27 Budget Book

Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Book for Council Approval
FY26 Budget Book

FY25 Managers Final Draft Budget Book
FY25 Budget Book

  • Budget Workshop Schedule

    FY 2027 Budget Workshop Schedule

    Meeting DateWeekdayTopic
    March 12ThursdaySchool Budget Presentation to City Council
    March 19ThursdayNew Municipal Requests from all Requesting Departments, Budget Book Orientation. Note: Only departments with new requests will be attenance.
    March 26ThursdayExternal Organizations, Committees and Commissions. Recreation (Time Permitting)
    April 2ThursdaySchool Budget - City Council and School Board Joint Workshop
    April 9ThursdayParks and Recreation, Facilities, Police, Dispatch, Fire, Human Resources and Employee Benefits
    April 16ThursdaySolid Waste, Wastewater, Water, Public Works, Library, Assessing, Planning, Code Enforcement, City Clerk, Tax Collector, General Assistance, Elections, Joint Office
    April 23
    		ThursdayIT, Street lights, Traffic Signals, Economic Development, TIF, Union River Center of Innovation, Communications, City Manager, Capital Improvement Plan, Finance, Debt, County Tax, Legislative

    All budget workshop meetings will be held at Ellsworth City Hall with a start time of 6PM.  Meetings can be watched live on the City of Ellsworth’s YouTube Channel.

    See more important dates by viewing the FY 2027 City Budget Schedule.

  • About the Budget

    The City of Ellsworth operates on a fiscal year that spans from July 1 to June 30. Annually, the city engages in a comprehensive process to formulate an Annual Budget, meticulously outlining both expenses and revenues necessary to provide services throughout the fiscal year.

    This is a collaborative process of active participation from various stakeholders, including city departments, the City Manager, City Councilors, community organizations, and residents. Input from all, especially residents, ensures that the budget is reflective of the needs and priorities of Ellsworth.

    Once city departments, commissions, and community organizations submit their budget plans, the City Manager reviews this information with the Finance Director to create a financial plan. Budget workshops are then scheduled to present the budget requests to the City Council and residents. Residents are encouraged to engage in the budget process through public meetings where they can share their opinions, ask questions, and contribute to the decision-making.

    After the Annual Budget undergoes thorough review and receives the approval of the City Council, it transforms into a legally adopted document. The document not only serves as a financial blueprint for the City, but also embodies the vision of the community.

    Budget Process Infographic

  • How to Participate

    1. Public Meetings – Attend in-person or watch from home.
      1. City Council meetings, held monthly.
      2. City Council Budget Workshops, held in the Spring.
      3. Finance Committee, held weekly.
    2. Engage with your City Councilors to discuss your budget concerns and priorities.
      1. Contact them on the City Council webpage.
    3. Connect with City Departments and information online.
      1. Find contact information for each department on their webpages.
      2. Past budget documents and annual financial reports are available online. See resources below.
      3. Have a question? Call the City at (207)667-2563.
    4. Encourage community involvement!
      1. Tell others how to participate and follow along with the process.

  • Committee, Commission and Outside Funding Request Information

    Annual funding requests can be made from city committee, commission and other outside community organizations operating in Ellsworth. During the budget process the Ellsworth City Council will decide on which applications it accepts. The request application period typically opens in December and ends in early January.

    The City Council will review the first draft of the budget in March, with budget workshops following in April. Workshop dates, including the meeting specific to social services and outside agency requests will be posted on the City website, at City Hall, and in local newspapers.  The City does not send individual notices. It is the responsibility of each organization to monitor postings and attend their scheduled workshop.

    Fiscal Year 2027 Application Information (Now Closed)

    Funding Period:  July 1st, 2026 – June 30th, 2027
    Application Memo with Instructions: Outside Funding Application Requirements Memo
    Online Application (Revver):  Apply Here
    How To Video: How to Complete the Outside Funding Request Online Application

Recent FY27 Budget Workshop Meeting Video

View FY27 Budget Meeting Playlist

Watch the FY25 Budget Meetings

Watch the FY24 Budget Meetings

Past Finance Committee Meetings

Budget Resolutions

Annual Financial Reports