Temple Terrace Budget workshop July 6, 2026

The Temple Terrace city council held a budget workshop on July 6, 2026, focusing on the FY27 general fund, special revenue funds, and capital budget. Key procurement-related discussions included the proposed $41.3 million general fund budget with no tax rate increase, funding for public safety contractual obligations, and no new general fund positions. The council reviewed capital improvement projects such as upgrades to council chamber audio equipment, fire department equipment purchases including a new ambulance and thermal imaging cameras, police vehicle replacements, and parks and recreation facility improvements. The water and sewer utility fund proposed a 10% rate increase to support major projects like water treatment plant upgrades and SCADA system improvements. The sanitation fund planned a $475,000 commercial front loader purchase with no rate increase. The council also discussed administrative overhead charges to the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), increased legal services budget due to zoning and bond-related matters, and the use of carryover savings to fund capital projects. Concerns were raised about potential impacts of a state constitutional amendment on future revenues, and the need to revisit budget priorities if it passes. No formal votes were taken as this was a workshop, but council members expressed general comfort with the preliminary budget and requested further details for the August 11 water and sewer fund workshop.