The Orange County FY 2026–27 Budget Open House is on June 3

By The County Executive Office s Budget and Finance on June 2, 2026 • ( Leave a comment )

The County Executive Office’s Budget and Finance team invites residents to participate in an interactive community event designed to provide insights into the County’s plans for the upcoming year. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with key priorities and learn how local budget decisions are made. This event aims to foster transparency and encourage community involvement in shaping the County’s financial future.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: County Administration North – Multi‑Purpose Room 101 400 W. Civic Center Dr., Santa Ana, CA 92705

What You’ll Experience

A behind‑the‑scenes look at how the County develops its annual budget
An overview of major funding categories, including limited discretionary funds*
A preview of key focus areas for FY 2026–27

*Discretionary funds are monies that the County has not yet committed to mandated and/or required essential services.

Event information: cfo.oc.gov/public-workshop (click here)

ADA and Language Interpretation Accommodations

If you have special needs, such as an ADA accommodation or the need for a language interpreter, we can assist you. Please email ceocom@ceo.oc.gov at least 72 hours before the meeting. Requests made less than 72 hours before the meeting will still receive every effort to fulfill the request.

The FY 2026–27 Recommended Budget and the Budget at a Glance are now available online for your review ahead of the Open House.

View documents: cfo.oc.gov/budget

Watch: The Basics of Budgeting & Strategic Financial Planning

This short video from the Budget & Finance team explains how the County develops its annual budget.