City Council Business Workshop I July 14, 2026

The City of Palm Coast City Council held a business workshop on July 14, 2026, focusing extensively on the proposed fiscal year 2027 general fund budget, including IT operations, facilities, public safety, parks and recreation, and community development. Key procurement-related discussions included the recommendation of a slight millage increase to 4.2296 to balance the budget, funding requests for nine new sheriff deputies totaling approximately $1 million, and unfunded staffing and vehicle needs across departments. The council reviewed contract concerns such as a proposed doubling of fees by the Flagler Humane Society and discussed potential budget reductions including code enforcement modifications and economic development incentives. Capital improvement projects highlighted included the Indian Trails Sports Complex parking expansion and safety improvements, with skate park development considered as a future priority but currently unfunded. The council also reviewed community development block grant (CDBG) allocations and ongoing nuisance abatement assessments. Public comments emphasized the importance of funding public safety, parks, and skate parks. The council reached consensus to set the maximum millage rate at 4.2296 for upcoming budget deliberations and directed staff to explore funding options for two public works FTEs and to further analyze merit increases and code enforcement adjustments.