Temple Terrace Special City Council Meeting September 3, 2026

The Temple Terrace Special City Council Meeting held on September 3, 2026, focused primarily on the adoption of the fiscal year 2027 millage rate and annual budget. Finance Director Jim Ingram presented details including a proposed millage rate of 6.455 mills, which represents a 5.76% increase over the rolled-back rate but maintains the same rate as the previous year, marking the tenth consecutive year without a tax rate increase. The budget includes a 4% cost of living adjustment and 2% merit pay increases for employees, as well as funding for capital projects such as water treatment plant upgrades and public safety equipment. The council discussed sanitation fund rates, opting for no increase this year due to growth in other revenue streams, including a significant Amazon program. The council voted unanimously to approve the first reading of the millage rate ordinance and the annual budget ordinance, scheduling second readings and public hearings for September 17, 2026. The meeting also addressed future capital improvement planning and the need for ongoing maintenance funding for major infrastructure projects.