City Council Budget Hearing I September 23, 2026

The City Council of Palm Coast held a final budget hearing on September 23, 2026, to review and adopt the fiscal year 2027 budget totaling approximately $533.9 million, a 23.3% decrease from the previous year. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a general fund millage rate of 4.1387 mills, maintaining the rollback rate with no increase, and budget allocations for various city funds including proprietary, internal services, capital projects, and special revenue funds. The council approved a $210,000 budget for the Flagler Humane Society contract, reflecting a 10% increase from the prior year. Additionally, the council approved a fleet replacement purchase program involving the acquisition of 112 vehicles, including 53 golf carts, with auction proceeds from retired vehicles going back into the fleet replacement fund. The meeting also included the adoption of the State Road 100 Corridor Community Redevelopment Agency budget. Public comments raised concerns about compensation, fleet management, and budget transparency. Motions to approve the millage rate, final budget, and fleet purchase program passed with majority or unanimous votes.