This meeting is a continuation of the public hearing which took place on September 12, 2024. In order to adopt a millage rate and operating budget, all taxing authorities must hold two public hearings. The City Council is requested to open a public hearing on the budget, solicit comments about the proposed millage rate, and also provide the opportunity to review the proposed budget and proposed capital improvement program. The City Council should approve two separate resolutions which will move the budget process forward to a second and final hearing on the millage rate and the budget. 

At the Public Hearing, the Mayor will announce the formal procedures, which must be followed in order to maintain compliance with Florida's laws and rules. The proposed millage rate is greater than the rolled-back rate; rules are in place to guarantee compliance when the effective tax rate increases. Hardcopies of the City's Proposed Budget and Capital Improvement Plan have been made available in the public library and on the City’s website. Copies have also been distributed to City Council. Furthermore, a total of 4 work sessions have been held to go over the Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program. These work sessions provided an opportunity for City Council and the public to have an open discussion on what is being proposed and to recommend changes.