ORLANDO, Fla. — Budget talks will kick off Monday for Orlando city leaders as they discuss their proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, and the possible impacts of proposed property tax reforms.
A workshop is scheduled for 10 a.m. Monday, and includes presentations from the city’s chief and assistant chief financial officers.
According to the city, the proposed budget does not raise the millage rate and continues to focus on core services for residents.
The city will host public hearings to get public input before the final vote on the proposed budget. Two hearings have been scheduled — 5 p.m. at Orlando City Hall on Sept. 14 and 28 — before the city implements the budget on Oct. 1.
Presenters will also brief the council on proposed property tax reform and its impact on future budgets.
Florida lawmakers met last month for a special session on the bill backed by Gov. Ron DeSantis that would increase the homestead exemption and establish procedures to eliminate property taxes for primary residences. Since the move would require an amendment to the Florida Constitution, voters will decide in November whether to approve the change.
After Monday’s workshop, the City Council will meet for its regular meeting. The meeting’s agenda includes discussion of proposed millage rates, which, according to information from the city, would generate more than $381 million in revenue.