City of Boca Raton - Council Special Meeting - Budget Workshop 06.18.2026

The City of Boca Raton held a special City Council budget workshop on June 18, 2026, to discuss the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget. The meeting focused extensively on the city's financial position, proposed millage rates, and detailed budget allocations across departments. Key procurement-related topics included the proposed elimination of the beautification fund with its costs rolled into the general fund, requests for new positions particularly in fire rescue to fully staff Fire Station 8, and capital improvement projects totaling over $100 million for FY27. Significant capital projects discussed included wastewater and water treatment facility upgrades, downtown railroad pedestrian crossing safety enhancements, and Memorial Park enhancements. The council also reviewed proposed changes to the fire assessment fee to fund increased public safety services. Public comments emphasized the importance of arts and culture funding, concerns about budget growth exceeding population and inflation rates, and calls for strategic budget cuts and accountability. The council discussed the need for an internal audit function and the impact of property tax reform legislation on future budgets. No formal votes were recorded during this workshop, but numerous action items and follow-ups were identified for further analysis and public hearings ahead of the formal budget adoption in September.