Mohammad Akhoundi, the head of the Planning and Budget Commission of the Islamic Council of Tehran, announced in a press conference the beginning of the process for preparing the amendment and supplement to the 2026 budget. According to him, the Tehran Municipality has until November to present possible changes to the budget. This amendment will be necessary if the municipality's revenue is 20 percent more or less than the approved budget.
Emphasis on Continuous Performance
Akhoundi further referred to the municipality's performance in the first half of the current year, stating that the revenues for this period have exceeded the approved figure. He emphasized that the council will continue its duties and there will be no issues in reviewing the budget for the upcoming year, even after the upcoming elections. According to him, this indicates stability and continuity in urban management.
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Initiation of Actions for the 2027 Budget
The head of the Planning and Budget Commission also referred to the initial actions for reviewing the 2027 budget bill. He explained that alongside receiving proposals from the municipality, the commission will also conduct necessary reviews to ultimately draft a balanced and efficient budget for the coming year. Akhoundi stated that it is still early to review the budget bill for the next year, adding: "The municipality is also drafting the fifth development plan, and all these matters must be considered."
Overall, the process of preparing the 2027 budget for the Tehran Municipality is of special importance given the economic conditions and the needs of citizens. This issue will not only impact the quality of urban services but also reflects the determination and efforts of officials to respond to the community's needs. Considering that the amendment and supplement to the current year's budget are being drafted, it is hoped that these actions will contribute to transparency and improve the financial performance of the municipality.
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