Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pasco County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in taxes budget with high priority
FY 2027 budget and rolled-back millage
The Board confirmed the general operating millage will drop to the rolled-back rate of 7.2488 for the final budget hearing. They also sparred with the Sheriff's Office over ~$5 million in school SRO costs and insurance reserves, and discussed Amendment 3 town halls.
FY 2027 Tentative Millage and Fire MSTU Restructure
Commissioners kept millage rates flat while shifting about half of rescue funding into the Fire MSTU, with a matching cut to general operating. The rest moves next year; final rates come at the September 9 hearing, pending the November property tax amendment.