Budget Workshop - June 16, 2026

The Broward County Government held a Budget Workshop on June 16, 2026, focusing on fiscal year 2027 budget proposals and capital improvement projects. Key procurement-related discussions included the Property Appraiser's budget, which proposed a 4.3% increase in operating expenses with one additional position funded through budget reallocations, and the Water and Wastewater Services capital program and operating budget. The utility highlighted ongoing and upcoming projects such as septic tank elimination, regulatory compliance with POS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) treatment, and bio solids disposal, including a multi-million dollar interlocal agreement for a new treatment facility estimated to cost $200-$300 million. The utility also discussed rate stabilization strategies to mitigate future rate increases for consumers. Additionally, the workshop covered general fund budget requests, including a 12.4% increase for the Sheriff's Office and a 4.5% increase for county agencies, with health insurance and collective bargaining agreements as major cost drivers. The meeting concluded with a timetable for budget book delivery and upcoming public hearings. No specific contract awards or RFPs were mentioned, but several capital projects and budget allocations with procurement implications were detailed.