City of Aventura Second Budget Public Hearing Sept 15th 2026

The City of Aventura held its second budget public hearing on September 15, 2026, to discuss and adopt the fiscal year 2026-2027 operating millage rate and final budget. The commission approved maintaining the millage rate at 1.7261 mills, marking the 31st consecutive year without an increase. The proposed millage rate is expected to generate approximately $23.45 million in ad valorem revenue, a slight increase from the prior year. The final budget totals approximately $69.05 million after interfund transfers, representing a 2.5% decrease from the previous year. Key budget highlights include continued investments in public safety with a 5.3% increase in the police department budget, funding for police vehicles, technology upgrades, and a police drone program. The five-year capital improvement program totals about $24.5 million, focusing on technology, drainage, facilities, and transportation projects. The budget also preserves reserves and service levels without raising property taxes. The new high school construction project was noted but not yet included in the budget pending final cost estimates. The commission unanimously approved both the millage rate and the final budget.