Town Council Meeting-First Budget Hearing

The Town Council of Cutler Bay held its first budget hearing on September 8, 2026. The meeting included a proclamation honoring Lieutenant Dewey Henry, a fallen firefighter, and recognition of his legacy through scholarships and community support. The council then proceeded to discuss the proposed millage rate and the tentative operating and capital outlay budget for fiscal year 2026-2027. The proposed millage rate was set at 2.8332 mills per $1,000 of assessed property value, maintaining the current rate despite a higher ceiling rate of 2.9143. The budget includes funding for ongoing capital projects such as the Legacy Park Municipal Complex and various infrastructure improvements, with significant use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The council also addressed the loss of a grant for two playgrounds and agreed to fund these projects using $330,000 from ARPA interest income and $220,000 from general fund reserves, totaling $550,000. Both the millage rate and the amended budget were approved by unanimous council votes.