FY2026-27 Budget and Millage Rate
Summary
The city locked in its tentative property tax rate at the current 4.8565 mills — above the rollback rate — meaning most property owners will pay more in total only if their property values rose. The rate can still be lowered at the September hearings but not raised.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 29, 2026.
Impact analysis
Keeping the current rate brings in about $1.77 million more than the rollback rate would.
City services stay funded without a rate increase being proposed this year.
Property owners whose assessed values rose will see higher bills even at the same rate.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Commission - Sep 29, 2026
The city locked in its budget at 4.8565 mills — no tax rate increase, and still third-lowest in Orange County. Hiring of funded vacant positions waits until after the November 3 Amendment 3 vote, and a fire assessment fee was NOT included and could come later.
City Commission - Sep 15, 2026
The city is keeping the property tax rate at 4.8565 mills — same as last year, but 5.74% above the rollback rate. The $75.2 million budget prioritizes public safety, employees, and infrastructure. Final adoption happens September 29.
City Commission - Jul 23, 2026
The city locked in its tentative property tax rate at the current 4.8565 mills — above the rollback rate — meaning most property owners will pay more in total only if their property values rose. The rate can still be lowered at the September hearings but not raised.
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