Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pinellas County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in taxes budget with critical priority
FY 2027 Budget Deficit and Balancing Strategy
Two resolutions would add unanticipated revenue and realign funds in the current and next fiscal year budgets across departments.
Proposed Property Tax Amendment Impacts
The board will vote on whether NOT to exempt certain Live Local Act affordable housing properties from property taxes — a decision balancing affordable housing incentives against the county tax base.
Fiscal Year 2027 tentative millage rates and budget
The board cut the tentative countywide rate to 4.4989 mills (57.9% of rollback) after debates over roads, culverts and nonprofit grants. Final adoption comes September 24.
Penny for Pinellas $94 million shortfall
The county's infrastructure sales tax program is now $94 million out of balance through the rest of the decade after the state repealed the business rental sales tax. Big-ticket projects like the Dunedin Causeway ($50M programmed) may need to be pushed into the next penny, and staff will reprioritize before final budget adoption.