In 2015, the City Council Office of Financial Analysis (COFA) was created to serve as the City Council’s independent budgetary arm. COFA provides the City Council with fiscal analysis of legislation, forecasts, and budget recommendations.


MANDATED REPORTS UNDER MUNICIPAL CODE


The City Council Office of Financial Analysis (COFA) publishes a series of mandated reports in accordance with Chapter 2-53 of the Chicago Municipal Code. These reports provide independent financial analysis to support the City Council’s oversight responsibilities and decision-making processes.


Latest COFA Publications


State of the Economy 2025
State of the Economy 2025
Q2 Revenue Analysis
Q2 Revenue Analysis
Analysis of ACFR
Analysis of ACFR
Mid-Year Report
Mid-Year Report
Rideshare Ordinance Analysis
Ordinance Analysis on Chicago Rideshare Living Wage and Safety
Outlook Changes for GO Bonds
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Council Office of Financial Analysis

121 North LaSalle Street
Room 200
Chicago, IL 60602

Contact us at cofa@cityofchicago.org

 

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