City of Winter Springs City Commission Regular Meeting Monday, July 13, 2026

The City of Winter Springs held its regular City Commission meeting on July 13, 2026, where key procurement and budget matters were discussed. The commission approved a contract for professional resurfacing of the Troutwood Park playground surface, selecting a vendor offering a one-year workmanship and manufacturer warranty to ensure durability. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed operating millage rate for fiscal year 2026-27. The city manager and finance director presented a budget overview proposing to maintain the millage rate at 2.62 mills, which represents a 4.13% increase over the rollback rate, requiring a supermajority vote due to recent legislation. After debate, the commission approved setting the maximum millage rate at the rollback rate of 2.516 mills to avoid increasing the tax burden, with plans to identify budget cuts or new revenue sources to balance the budget. The commission also confirmed the appointment of Erin O'Donnell as the new city clerk following a comprehensive recruitment process. Other discussions included stormwater management concerns, community event planning, and city communications improvements. The meeting concluded with public input and acknowledgments of staff efforts.