City Council Business Meeting l July 21, 2026

The City of Palm Coast City Council held a business meeting on July 21, 2026, where key procurement and budget matters were discussed. The council approved a purchase and sale contract with Sanders Trust LLC for 8.5 acres in the Whispering Pines area of the State Road 100 Corridor Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) to develop a $31 million inpatient rehabilitation hospital, expected to create approximately 100 jobs and generate significant economic impact. The council also approved extending the Downtown Urban Core Improvement Grant Program to support commercial tenants in the Promenade development, with funding rolling over from existing economic incentive funds. Budget discussions focused on setting the maximum millage rate for fiscal year 2027 at 4.2296, with debates on funding for additional sheriff deputies, public works staffing, and potential cuts to code enforcement. The council emphasized prioritizing public safety and infrastructure while managing budget constraints and maintaining transparency about millage rates. Additionally, appointments were made to various boards, and nuisance abatement assessments were approved. The meeting included public comments on development projects and city governance issues, with council members addressing concerns about development agreements and charter amendments.