Town of Davie Town Council First Budget Hearing September 3rd, 2026

The Town of Davie Town Council held its first budget hearing for fiscal year 2027 on September 3, 2026. The council discussed and proposed a rollback millage rate of 5.3392 mills, representing a 5.1% reduction from the previous year, aimed at maintaining high-quality services while minimizing the property tax burden. The general fund budget is set to increase by approximately $22.2 million (10%) due to higher personnel costs, new positions including police officers and firefighter lieutenants, and increased operating expenditures such as IT, utilities, and stormwater maintenance. The budget also includes a $23.3 million transfer for 39 capital improvement projects and $11 million for water and sewer capital projects. Revenues are expected to grow from utility service taxes, franchise fees, permit fees, and contracts with Nova Southeastern University and Southwest Ranches. The council approved the millage rate and budget ordinance on first reading, with a final budget hearing scheduled for September 16, 2026. Discussions highlighted the town's prudent financial planning, efforts to keep tax rates low compared to other Broward County municipalities, and increased IT spending to address cybersecurity and technology needs.