Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Clermont public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in taxes budget
Annual investment portfolio review
The city's investment advisor reports how the city's invested funds performed in fiscal 2026. It's a window into how tax dollars in the portfolio are earning — relevant to keeping future tax pressure down.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Proposed Budget
The city set its final property tax rate at 4.2900 mills and approved a $282 million budget to fund public services and operations for the upcoming year.
Utility Rates and Fee Schedule
Residents expressed frustration over rising water and sewer utility bills following previous multi-year rate hikes. Council members debated whether to roll back rates or table fee schedule approvals while awaiting a new professional utility rate study.
Proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget
The Community Redevelopment Agency reviewed and adopted its upcoming fiscal year budget, establishing funding for local redevelopment initiatives and projects within the district.
Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Municipal Budget and Millage Rate
Council members debated property tax millage rates, exploring options to match the rollback rate or prior levels while balancing service costs, inflation, and infrastructure needs.
Sanitation Impact Fees and Growth Regulations
The city introduced a new sanitation impact fee ordinance for new developments, prompting questions from council members about anticipated revenues and fee structures.