City Council Business Workshop | August 25, 2026

The City of Palm Coast City Council held a budget workshop on August 25, 2026, focusing extensively on the fiscal year 2027 budget proposal and related financial matters. Key procurement and budget discussions included the allocation of approximately $516 million for the 2027 budget, a 25% decrease from the previous year, with significant funding dedicated to utility capital projects, general fund operations, and stormwater management. Council deliberated on funding priorities such as public safety, including the potential addition of sheriff deputies, and debated adjustments to contingency reserves and fund balances to accommodate a recent $17 million land purchase in Town Center. The council also reviewed capital improvement projects, including street rehabilitation plans and the funding status of various city facilities and services. Public comments addressed concerns about the skate park funding, commercial hauling regulations, and the city’s permitting process. The council reached consensus to reduce the city manager's contingency fund and to hire a third-party specialist for due diligence on the land purchase. Discussions also covered the impact of potential state amendments on future budgeting and the strategic use of Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) funds.