City Commission Meeting - September 23, 2026

The City Commission Meeting of Tallahassee on September 23, 2026, included extensive discussions on various procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement highlights included the approval of a resolution supporting a Florida Department of Transportation beautification grant for Appalache Parkway, and the transfer of property at 937 Kindle Drive to the Greater Appalache Ridge States Neighborhood Association with deed restrictions. The commission also approved naming a new utility substation after outgoing City Manager Reese Good, recognizing his leadership in utility infrastructure and technology. A significant portion of the meeting focused on surveillance technology policies, particularly the use and oversight of license plate reader (ALPR) and Flock cameras, with the commission unanimously passing a motion to accept an update on surveillance technology and directing staff to explore enhanced oversight frameworks similar to Austin, Texas. The commission conducted the second and final public hearing on the fiscal year 2027 budget, approving an operating budget of approximately $983.5 million and a capital budget of $282.8 million, including water and sewer rate adjustments and millage rates, with a final millage rate set at 4.2573 mills after a supermajority vote was required. The meeting also addressed the implementation of the anti-diversity law affecting local government events and programs, with discussions on funding allocations for community human services and special events. The commission approved the second and final public hearing on the amended Canopy Development Agreement, despite some opposition and concerns about infrastructure responsibilities and traffic impacts. Additionally, the commission discussed the special events committee's funding recommendations, ultimately directing full funding for key community events including the Veterans Day parade and Pride in the Park. Other topics included a request to explore shared use agreements for school tracks, a motion to review the street renaming process, and a directive to delay demolition permits for certain historic properties pending legal review. The meeting concluded with remarks from the outgoing city manager and adjournment.