Budget Central 2026

Welcome to the primary resource center for the 2026 budget process of the City of Newark. We've created this hub to serve our Mayor, Council, staff, and the esteemed residents of Newark, providing an easily accessible and comprehensive collection of relevant budget data.

For a historical perspective, links to Budget Central information from past years are conveniently located on the left side of the page.

We deeply value your ongoing participation and interest in the city's budget process. Should you have any queries or suggestions, please don't hesitate to contact the City directly at (302) 366-7000. Our dedicated team is here to assist you.

Departmental Budget HearingsDate Posted/Modified
8/18/2025  FY2026 Budget OverviewAugust 18, 2025
Administrative Departmental Budget Hearing Presentation August 18, 2025
Electric Departmental Budget Hearing PresentationAugust 18, 2025
Legislative Departmental Budget Hearing PresentationAugust 18, 2025
Public Works and Water Resources Department Budget Hearing PresentationAugust 29, 2025
Parks Departmental Budget Hearing PresentationSeptember 4, 2025
Judicial Departmental Budget Hearing PresentationSeptember 4, 2025
Planning Departmental Budget Hearing Presentation
September 8, 2025
Police Departmental Budget Hearing Presentation
September 8, 2025
Finance Departmental Budget Hearing Presentation
September 8, 2025
2026 Financial Workshop PresentationOctober 3, 2025
2026 Planning Commission PresentationOctober 15, 2025
Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Project Detail 2026-2030
October 15, 2025
Budget Hearing #1 General Operating Budget
October 30, 2025
Budget Hearing #1 Capital Improvement Program
October 30, 2025
2026 Budget Hearing Presentation
October 30, 3025