2027
BUDGET
IN
BRIEF
For the Fiscal Year
July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
Norwalk City Council
Jennifer Perez Mayor
Margarita L. Rios Vice Mayor
Tony Ayala Councilmember
Rick Ramirez Councilmember
Ana Valencia Councilmember
Strategic Plan
2023-2025
Goal 3 Create and Sustain a Resilient and Economically Prosperous City Goal 4 Support Sustainability and Climate Resilience throughout the Community Goal 1 Provide High Quality Customer Service to the Community Goal 2 Work in Partnership with our Community to Achieve Safe and Livable Neighborhoods N
Norwalk At a Glance
Incorporated 1957 City Area 9.71 mi2 City Slogan A Connected Community City Website https://www.norwalk.org/ Quick City Facts
14 Number of City Parks 98.5 Acres of Open Space 9 Number of Public Facilities 15 Community Events Offered Civic Resources
Median Household Income $101,959 Number of Businesses 3,260 Top Employers LA County, NLMUSD, Cerritos College Jobs & Industry
101,075 Population 37.3 Median Age 27,216 Number of Households 13.9% % Population 65 and Older 3.87 Average Household Size Demographics
City Organizational Chart
Citizens of Norwalk
City Council
Commissions
Successor Agency to RDA
City Attorney
City Manager
Deputy City Manager
Deputy City Manager
Administration
Communications & Public Affairs
Finance
Human Resources
City Clerk
Public Safety
Transportation
Social Services
Community Development
Public Services
Recreation & Park Services
Economic Development
City Manager’s Message
To our Norwalk Community,
It is my pleasure to unveil the Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget. Here at the City of Norwalk we take great pride in responsibly utilizing public funds to deliver exceptional services and resources to our residents and community members.
Preparation of this year’s budget was notably different due to the uncertainty of the broader economy and unpredictable nature of federal administrative policies, both of which may have a negative impact on available City resources. To maintain sound fiscal management, the City will continue to monitor the budget closely and adjust as necessary.
Our staff is dedicated to communicating the City’s budget in a transparent and simple manner, which is why we created the “Budget in Brief.” This concise document simplifies the City of Norwalk's budget information, making it easily understandable for all.
Key highlights include:
o Revenues
o General Fund Proposed Expenditures
o Capital Improvement Projects (CIPs)
The Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget includes an investment of over $79 million from the General Fund towards programs, services, and resources that further the City Council’s 2023-2025 Strategic Plan goals. The City will continue to move forward with transparency, accountability and improvements to provide a balanced and fiscally solvent budget.
Sincerely,
City Manager
For a more detailed view of the City’s Budget, please visit the City’s website at:
https://www.norwalk.org/departments_services/finance/budget_and_financial_reports/index.php
Annual Budget Process
JANUARY
BUDGET PLANNING
The Finance Department begins preparations for mid-year adjustments and upcoming fiscal year budget.
FEBRUARYYY
BUDGET PREP & MID-YEAR UPDATE
Mid-Year adjustments are presented to the City Council for approval and departments begin to prepare.
MARCH
BUDGET KICK-OFF & STRATEGIC PLAN
The City Council identifies priorities for the City’s Strategic Plan. Finance consolidates all department requests and determines Personnel costs.
APRIL
DEPARTMENTAL MEETINGS
Departments meet and present their budget requests to the City’s Budget Team for consideration. Prior to presenting to the City Council, Budget Team balances the proposed budget.
MAY & JUNE
STUDY SESSIONS & BUDGET ADOPTION
The City Council reviews the proposed budget for input and questions from the public. Following the review, the final budget is then approved for adoption and implemented on July 1st.
FY 26-27 Budget
Highlights
Recreation & Park Services oVarious Youth Programs (Youth Sports and Teen Alliance) o13 seasonal special events Public Safety oSheriff’s contract and School Resource Deputy oHomeless Outreach (HOPE) Team oTransportation Security oEmergency Operations Training Social Services oSenior Nutrition Program oMentoring Program for Young Women & Men oEmergency Food & Shelter Program Community Development oBusiness Attraction Retention & Expansion Program (B.A.R.E.) oEconomic Development Initiatives Public Services o3 new Capital Improvement Projects oMaintenance Programs for City’s Water, Sewer and Stormwater systems Transit oRegulatory Plan Updates oPurchase of 3 electric buses oImprovements of Transit Facility and Bus Stops
40%16%44%
Revenue Type Total
General Fund $82,639,151
Enterprise
Funds
(Water, Sewer Transit)
$34,350,786
Other Funds
(Grants, Restricted
Funds)
$91,622,837
TOTAL $208,612,774
FY 26-27 Revenues City-Wide
Where the Money Comes From
38%31%8%2%5%
Revenue Source Amount
Property Values
Derived Revenue $30,893,200
Sales & Use Tax $25,770,000
Utility User Tax $6,285,000
Transient Occupancy
Tax $1,500,000
Franchise Fee $4,439,300
Other General
Revenues $7,747,337
Departmental
Revenues $6,004,314
TOTAL $82,639,151
General Fund
Breakdown of General Fund Sources
Function FY 27 Budget
General
Government $17,205,293
Debt Service $1,297,314
Public Safety $27,344,032
Public Services $15,918,982
Social Services $4,616,186
Community
Development $6,176,355
Recreation &
Park Services $7,400,346
TOTAL $79,958,508
FY 26-27 General Fund
Operating Budget
Where the Money Goes
51%25%2%15%4%3%
Expenditure Type FY 27 Budget
Personnel Cost $40,831,443
L.A. County
Sheriff’s Contract $17,603,958
Debt Service $1,297,314
Contract
Services $12,208,030
Utilities $2,852,000
Other
Operating Costs $5,165,764
TOTAL $79,958,508
FY 26-27 General Fund
Budget Breakdown
How We Use the Money
Project Category # of Projects AmountStreet Projects 18 $33,394,167Traffic Improvements9 $8,497,836Park Improvements9 $25,068,476Water Projects 4 $3,124,418Sewer Projects 6 $2,402,907Storm Water & Environmental2 $34,096,462Facilities & Misc. Improvements12 $11,248,627TOTAL 60 $117,832,893
FY 26-27 Capital
Improvement Projects