Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Coral Springs public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues with critical priority
Water Treatment Plant Units Rehabilitation
The city plans to hire Wharton-Smith to manage construction of a new membrane water treatment plant — a big step for long-term water quality and supply.
Solid Waste Disposal and Processing Interlocal Agreement
The city wants to keep its seat on the Solid Waste Authority Board; voting has been pushed to October.
Regulation of Convertible Virtual Currency Kiosks
Crypto ATMs have been used to defraud residents. The Commission agreed to end the cash-to-crypto pipeline.
2026 Property Tax Amendment Impact
Property Appraiser Marty Kiar laid out what the proposed property tax constitutional amendment could cost Broward County and the city if passed in November — a potential hit to local revenue.
FY 2027 Operating Millage and TRIM Rates
The tentative operating tax rate is 6.0232 mills, about 4.77% above the rolled-back rate — meaning most property owners could see a modest tax increase. The final rate gets set at the September 23 hearing.
Amendment 3 Presentation
City officials and the City Manager warned that proposed property tax ballot measures could significantly impact municipal revenues and force difficult choices regarding service levels for public safety, parks, and infrastructure.
Proposed Coral Springs Sportsplex and Architectural Design
The city proposed awarding a contract for architectural design services for a major new sportsplex facility. Residents and league leaders pushed back due to cost concerns and the timing ahead of a major property tax amendment vote, leading the commission to table the vote.