The operation of a 911 communications system is one of the most critical of all public services, indispensable and necessary for the safety of the citizens off Paducah and McCracken County to ensure prompt response to emergencies.
The Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) is designed to provide a fundamental understanding of our city government, local economic conditions, and where our financial position stands.
The City of Paducah's Fiscal Year 2026 begins July 1, 2025. The deadline for eligible nonprofit agencies within the Paducah city limits to submit an application to be considered for fiscal year 2026 funding is March 28, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. Each agency interested in applying MUST attend the Thursday, February 27, 2025, workshop at 11 a.m. at City Hall.
The Grant-in-Aid Categories are as follows:
The City of Paducah provides a financial transparency portal that makes accessing public financial information more practical and efficient. Interested users can use Paducah Open Finance to navigate through an interactive site to gain a better understanding of the revenues collected and how those revenues are used in providing the best public service to our citizens.
Payments for business licenses and property tax bills can be made online, in-person at City Hall, or over the phone at 270-444-8513. In addition to cash, check, and/or e-check, the City of Paducah accepts credit card payments.
Real Estate/Property Tax bills are typically mailed in late October to early November. Revenue generated by the property tax is the second highest revenue source for the City of Paducah generating an anticipated $9.17 million for Fiscal Year 2025. Only the payroll tax generates more revenue.
Note: The City government does NOT set the city or county school tax rates or assess a property's value. Property owners will receive a separate bill from the McCracken County Sheriff for County government and other agencies.
The City of Paducah fiscal year is July 1 through June 30. The beginning of the budget book contains a letter from the City Manager explaining the budget process, funds, and budget challenges. The General Fund is the City of Paducah's main operating fund with a projected revenue of nearly $47.15 million for fiscal year 2025.
Our Mission is to serve the public to the best of our ability, to make sound fiscal decisions, to maintain accurate and timely accounting records, to provide information and support, and to accomplish our goals with a sense of pride and a spirit of cooperation. The Finance Department consists of three divisions: Administration, Accounting & Budget, and Revenue.
