FY 2026-2027 City Operating Budget and Property Tax Millage
Summary
Several resolutions would roll over unspent FY 2025-2026 funds, transfer law enforcement trust fund money to the public safety technology project, and adjust the EMS district budget. These housekeeping moves shape how leftover tax dollars get spent.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 13
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Moves previously approved and trust fund dollars into the current budgets; no new tax impact shown.
City departments and the public safety technology project receive continuing funding.
Taxpayers face higher property tax bills due to increased property values and a 3.59% increase over the rolled-back rate.
Mentions & discussions (9)
City Commission — November 10, 2026
Several resolutions would roll over unspent FY 2025-2026 funds, transfer law enforcement trust fund money to the public safety technology project, and adjust the EMS district budget. These housekeeping moves shape how leftover tax dollars get spent.
City Commission — September 23, 2026
The city approved a $496.7 million total city budget alongside a combined property tax rate that increases slightly over the rollback rate to cover rising employee and contract expenses.
City Commission — September 14, 2026
The city is moving forward with a $496.7 million overall budget and a slight reduction in the operating property tax rate, though rising fixed costs and benefits still require higher overall tax collections.
City Commission — July 28, 2026
The city is balancing its upcoming budget while exploring ways to reduce the millage rate by 0.5 percent through targeted spending cuts, such as pausing the beach drone show and delaying equipment replacements.
City Commission — July 20, 2026
The city is weighing a $498.6 million budget that keeps property tax rates steady while addressing rising operational costs and public safety expenses.
Pompano Beach Commission Braces for July 20 Budget Workshop, Potential Fiscal Strains
Pompano Beach Commission Braces for July 20 Budget Workshop, Potential Fiscal Strains TAPinto
City Commission — June 23, 2026
The city is reviewing its preliminary $257.8 million budget while preparing for potential severe revenue losses if a state property tax reform amendment passes in November. Commissioners debated where to find savings, suggesting department-wide belt-tightening and a review of consultant contracts rather than cutting community events.
Development Review Committee — June 3, 2026
City leaders discussed impending budget challenges, upcoming workshops, and potential legislative impacts from Tallahassee that could constrain municipal revenues and require careful fiscal discipline.
City Commission — April 14, 2026
City officials and residents discussed budget priorities, including road paving, pedestrian safety crosswalks, solar speed signs, and potential property tax reforms.
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