Public Budget Presentation
On February 13, 2026, Los Angeles County Public Works Director, Mark Pestrella, presented the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget requests to the Board of Supervisors during the public hearing. To view the Powerpoint presentation, click here. To view the video of the presentation, click here.
Los Angeles County Public Works Fiscal Year 2026-27 Requested Budget
The Los Angeles County Public Works’ Fiscal Year 2026-27 Requested Budget of $4.2 billion is comprised of multiple funds that finance over 182 operating functions and is allocated to five core service areas. This $4.2 billion Requested Budget is primarily funded by revenues, such as taxes (gas, sales, and property), benefit assessments, water sales, sewer service charges, and permit fees. The budget reflects a request of 4,255(2) positions ranging from laborers to professional engineers, technical, and administrative staff.
Over 2% ($106 million)(1) of the budget is funded by County General Fund dollars to finance Board discretionary programs and projects.
FY 2026-27 REQUESTED BUDGET
| FINANCING USES | FINANCING SOURCES | FINANCING SOURCES FROM COUNTY GENERAL FUND (1) | POSITIONS (2) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $4,234,162,000 | $4,127,986,000 | $106,176,000 | 4,255 |
(1) Includes requests for additional NCC of $58,512,000.
(2) Includes requests for 8 additional positions.
