05.09.2026 Budget & Appropriations Committee Meeting

The City of Bridgeport Budget & Appropriations Committee convened on May 9, 2026, to discuss and amend the fiscal year 2027 budget. Key procurement-related discussions focused on the allocation of increased state aid for education, including a $35 million infusion split among educational cost sharing, Pequot funds, and minimum budget requirement increases. The committee debated mill rate adjustments to support these allocations, balancing taxpayer impact with school funding needs. Additional budget amendments addressed personnel changes, including transfers and reclassifications within IT, legislative services, and emergency operations, as well as funding for social services and the newly established Office of Municipal Ethics. The committee also deliberated on the legislative liaison position's placement and funding, ultimately deciding to maintain the position within the City Clerk's office while adding a new legislative services position. Salary adjustments for various city officials and department heads were discussed, with motions passed to approve specific salary ranges, including for the ethics director. The committee voted to adopt the amended budget totaling approximately $655.5 million, with detailed votes on revenue increases, decreases, and appropriation changes. The meeting featured extensive dialogue on budget priorities, personnel allocations, and the balance between fiscal responsibility and service needs.