CSMFO Webinar

California Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) Update on Governor’s 2026 Budget Proposal and Beacon Economic’s Fiscal Outlook

a CSMFO webinar

10:00-11:30 a.m., Thursday, February 5, 2026

In this webinar, staff from the Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) will provide an overview of the LAO’s analysis of the Governor’s January 2026 budget proposal and the related fiscal outlook.  The analysis addresses the overall condition of the state budget for 2026-27 and whether the state has capacity for its ongoing spending commitments.  They will then be joined by Beacon Economics for an expert-led discussion on the California state economy, with a focus on fiscal health, demographic trends, and the policy implications shaping the state’s outlook.  This presentation will provide data-driven insights into current conditions and emerging risks, helping leaders better understand the forces influencing California’s trajectory in 2026.  As local agencies prepare their operating budgets, information about the Governor’s proposed budget and the fiscal outlook are key considerations.

Advance registration is required for this no-cost webinar.

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Webinar Objectives:

1. Understand the state’s fiscal outlook;
2. Learn about the overall condition of the state budget and California’s economy; and
3. Learn about potential impacts on local agencies.

Presenters:

• Gabe Patek, Legislative Analyst, California Legislative Analyst’s Office
• Christopher Thornberg, Founding Partner, Beacon Economics LLC
• Bryan Castro, Senior Research Associate, Beacon Economics LLC

Color Commentator:

• Tim Kirby, City Manager, City of Sunnyvale

Audience:

• Local government finance professionals

Continuing Professional Education:    1.5 CPE (Technical)

Cost:  Free for CSMFO members

            $35 for non-CSMFO members

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