City of Boynton Beach, FL September 8, 2026 Regular Commission Meeting

The City of Boynton Beach held its regular commission meeting on September 8, 2026, where key procurement and budgetary matters were discussed. The commission approved the tentative budget and millage rate for fiscal year 2026-2027, maintaining the rollback rate at 7.4257 mills with no increase, marking the first time the city achieved a zero-based budget with no draw from reserves. Significant attention was given to capital improvement projects, including a $31.4 million increase in the CIP plan funded by grants and other sources, not city funds. The commission also discussed proposed fee schedule increases, notably a 17.25% increase in utility rates to fund critical water treatment plant upgrades mandated by federal regulations, with concerns raised about the impact on residents. The fire assessment was approved with a rate increase, supporting fire rescue services and facilities, including a new fire station. Public comments highlighted concerns about the fire assessment, utility rate increases, and transparency in budget allocations. Additionally, the commission addressed the use of Flock Safety cameras for public safety, debating privacy concerns and potential suspension of the program pending further review. Other agenda items included updates to flood prevention ordinances and discussions on establishing a formal censure process for city commissioners. Motions related to procurement included approval of grant acceptance authority and consent agenda items without objection.