The City Commission held a special meeting on July 1, 2024, to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 budget. City Manager Dr. Roy Virgin, Assistant City Manager Gail, and consultant Peter from Stantec Consulting Services presented the budget highlights, five-year forecast, and tax impact details. The proposed budget totals $400 million across all funds, with the general fund at $238 million (59%). No increase in the millage rate (7.1172) or fire assessment is proposed for FY25. The average homesteaded single-family home would see a tax increase of $61.71 per year ($5.14 per month) due to property value appreciation capped at 3% under Save Our Homes. Commission discussion covered exemptions, collective bargaining, police and fire staffing, and the potential impact of the Live Local Act on future revenues.
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