Flagler County Commission Workshop 7/13/26

The Flagler County Commission held a workshop on July 13, 2026, focusing primarily on two key procurement-related topics: the county administrator recruitment process and the proposed beach management special assessment (MSBU). The commission reviewed a shortlist of candidates for the county administrator position, discussing qualifications, salary expectations, and next steps including background checks and interviews. Regarding the beach MSBU, the board examined a draft benefit and apportionment analysis prepared by Taylor Engineering, which proposed funding for beach maintenance activities through a special assessment on properties in unincorporated barrier island areas. The discussion highlighted concerns about the accuracy of the beach management plan, the allocation methodology (notably a 70/30 split favoring oceanfront properties), and the timing of funding decisions given upcoming elections and state funding requirements. The commission reached a consensus to set the MSBU assessment rate at zero for the upcoming tax year, opting to fund beach maintenance through the general fund and other sources while deferring further MSBU action pending additional information and public input. The meeting also included a presentation on the tentative fiscal year 2027 budget, with discussions on millage rates, constitutional officers' budgets, and capital improvement priorities. No final votes on budget millage rates were taken, with a special meeting planned for further consideration.