FY 2026-2027 Tentative Budget and Millage Rate
Summary
The city presented a $208 million budget built on the rollback tax rate, aiming to fund essential services while keeping property tax increases in check. Commissioners questioned various operational expenses, staffing levels, and how the city will handle future revenue shifts.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 8
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Total proposed budget is $208,035,947 with a General Fund of $79,845,212.
City residents and property owners benefit from maintained municipal services and a proposed rollback millage rate.
Taxpayers facing cumulative non-ad valorem assessment increases may experience budget strain.
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Commission - Sep 21, 2026
Residents and commissioners sparred over the city's $316.5 million budget and community event spending, with critics arguing the city should cut 'fluff' amidst rising household costs. Supporters emphasized that community events and park programs provide essential quality-of-life benefits for families.
City Commission - Sep 9, 2026
The commission approved a $177.5 million tentative budget and a rollback millage rate of 6.4948 mills, sparking debate over event spending, reserves, and potential revenue losses if property tax Amendment 3 passes.
City Commission - Jul 20, 2026
The commission debated setting the maximum property tax millage rate for the upcoming fiscal year. Commissioners chose to set the rate at the rollback level of 6.4948, ensuring no overall increase in property tax revenues while challenging staff to find additional budget savings.
City Commission Workshop - Jul 15, 2026
The city presented a $208 million budget built on the rollback tax rate, aiming to fund essential services while keeping property tax increases in check. Commissioners questioned various operational expenses, staffing levels, and how the city will handle future revenue shifts.
CITY COMMISSION (Special) - May 18, 2026
The city kicked off its budget planning for the upcoming fiscal year with a special roundtable workshop. Commissioners and residents met directly with department heads to discuss capital projects, stormwater funding, street resurfacing, and fleet needs.
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