Lublin plans 4.17 billion zloty in spending for 2027, with 610 million for investments

In brief

• Lublin's draft 2027 budget plans 4.17 billion zloty in spending and 4.03 billion zloty in revenue.
• Investments are set at a record 610 million zloty, about 15 percent of outlays.
• The budget forecasts a 141 million zloty deficit and debt of around 2.9 billion zloty by end-2027.

Record investment budget

The city of Lublin has presented its draft budget for 2027, with planned revenues of 4.03 billion zloty and expenditures above 4.17 billion zloty (Lublin: 610 mln zł na inwestycje w projekcie budżetu miasta na 2027 rok – wnp.pl) (Lublin szykuje budżet na 2027 rok. Ponad 610 mln zł na inwestycje. Co się zmieni w mieście? – lublin112.pl) (4 miliardy na Lublin. Ratusz ujawnia, co powstanie w 2027 roku i ile nas to będzie kosztować – dziennikwschodni.pl). Of that spending, 610 million zloty is earmarked for investments, which accounts for roughly 15 percent of all outlays. Local authorities describe the figure as a record for the city.

Where the money comes from

The largest source of income is the city's share of personal and corporate income taxes, projected at 2.02 billion zloty. Subsidies and grants are expected to bring in 682 million zloty, while taxes and fees should add 722 million zloty.

Where the money goes

Education remains the biggest item, with 1.72 billion zloty planned. Transport and communications would receive 631 million zloty, and social assistance and family policy 547 million zloty.

Major projects

The investment list includes the extension of Zelwerowicza Street and the reconstruction of Romera Street. Construction of Berylowa Street, between Jantarowa and Kryształowa streets, is also due to start, with sidewalks and a bike path. Other projects mentioned include the reconstruction of Zana Street, a school complex at Majerankowa, and modernization of the speedway stadium.

Debt and deficit

The budget plans a deficit of 141 million zloty and an operating surplus of 195 million zloty. Debt is expected to rise by about 140 million zloty, reaching roughly 2.9 billion zloty by the end of 2027.

Next steps

The draft will go to the City Council for approval. President Krzysztof Żuk said the city's stable finances allow spending on transport, road infrastructure, culture, sport and education.