On June 17, 2025, the Pleasanton City Council unanimously adopted a balanced two-year operating and capital budget and a five-year capital improvement program (CIP) reflecting the City’s commitment to delivering essential services, supporting economic growth, and making strategic investments in Pleasanton’s future.
Aligned with the ONE Pleasanton Strategic Plan, the $248.3 million fiscal year (FY) 2025/26 and $257.7 million FY 2026/27 operating budgets prioritize preserving core services, investing in critical infrastructure, and strengthening the local economy through targeted economic development strategies.
The accompanying CIP allocates $53.0 million for FY 2025/26 and $31.4 million for FY 2026/27 to fund infrastructure improvements over the next two years, including roads, parks, public facilities, and water and sewer systems. These investments align with the City’s five-year capital plan, which prioritizes core capital improvement projects critical to public safety, regulatory compliance, and the reliable delivery of City services.
The FY 2025/26 and FY 2026/27 budgets address a projected annual General Fund gap of approximately $10 million through targeted reductions and operational efficiencies, including streamlining internal services and adjusting select services and programs.
“Our budget reflects a commitment to delivering high-quality City services while preparing for the future needs of Pleasanton,” said Jack Balch, Mayor of Pleasanton. “It’s a balanced approach that supports the priorities of our residents and City Council, including thoughtful economic growth, responsible stewardship of our infrastructure, and proactive planning for the next generation.”
A key element of the budget is the formation of the Community and Economic Development Department (CEDD), reflecting the City Council’s priority to increase focus on economic development activities and a growing interest in exploring opportunities through land use, permitting, and process changes to facilitate new investment in Pleasanton in key areas such as East Pleasanton and the Stoneridge Shopping Center redevelopment.
To further enhance operational efficiency, the adopted budget incorporates cost-saving measures, including combining the Library and Recreation service desks, adjusting some recreation programs, and eliminating redundant software and internal printing services. These adjustments allow the City to maintain high service levels while aligning resources with the community’s evolving needs.
The adopted budget reflects input from the community through a series of public meetings and outreach efforts, ensuring that Pleasanton’s financial priorities align with the community’s needs. More information on the budget development process is available at cityofpleasantonca.gov/budget.