TT Special Council Meeting September 17, 2026

The Temple Terrace City Council held a special meeting on September 17, 2026, primarily to discuss and approve water rate increases, the millage rate, and the fiscal year 2027 budget. The council approved increases in water, irrigation, and wastewater rates, with detailed adjustments to base charges and consumption rates. The millage rate was set at 6.455 mills, a 5.76% increase over the rolled-back rate, requiring a two-thirds vote which was passed unanimously. The FY 2027 budget totaling approximately $127 million was adopted, including significant capital expenditures such as $5.5 million for granulated activated carbon equipment for water treatment plant upgrades and $375,000 for a vacuum truck funded by impact fees. The budget also included salary increases, operating expenditure reductions, and various capital projects funded through different city funds. Council members acknowledged the thorough budget process and staff efforts, and the meeting concluded with unanimous approval of all items.