Fire Assessment Increase to $444
Summary
The fire assessment rises $41 to $444 per residential unit, generating about $70 million. The chief defended it with new station plans, surging call volumes, and fire truck costs that have more than doubled.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Residential units pay $444/year, up $41; condos pay the same per unit.
All residents and visitors relying on fire and EMS response, including a planned new Flagler Village fire station.
Condo owners and residents objecting to stacked increases on one household budget.
Mentions & discussions (2)
CITY COMMISSION - SPECIAL MEETING - Second Budget Hearing - Sep 14, 2026
The fire assessment rises $41 to $444 per residential unit, generating about $70 million. The chief defended it with new station plans, surging call volumes, and fire truck costs that have more than doubled.
City Commission Joint Workshop with BAB and Conference Meeting - Jun 16, 2026
The city must set its maximum millage rate and fire assessment by July 2. The BAB recommends holding the rate at 4.1193 and raising the fire fee to $444 for full cost recovery, but commissioners are split on whether to cut, hold, or modestly raise the rate.
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