ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. \u2013 Orange County commissioners are scheduled to hold the final public hearing and vote on the county\u2019s proposed budget for fiscal year 2026-27.<\/p>\n
The proposed budget totals more than $9 billion. It prioritizes public safety, infrastructure, housing, economic development and quality-of-life improvements, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings said.<\/p>\n
More than $1 billion would be allocated to first responders and other public safety services. About 53% of the county\u2019s property tax revenue supports those services.<\/p>\n
Potential changes to property tax revenue could create a budget challenge for the county. If Amendment 3 passes in November, Orange County could lose an estimated $165 million in property tax revenue in 2027 and $275 million in 2028, Demings said.<\/p>\n
The reduction could force commissioners to make difficult decisions about spending and service levels while seeking other sources of revenue.<\/p>\n
Transportation funding is another concern. Since 2019, the purchasing power of each transportation dollar has declined by about 42%, according to the county.<\/p>\n
Demings said the cost of building a mile of new roadway has increased 72% since 2019. The cost of resurfacing roads has more than doubled since 2020.<\/p>\n
Commissioners are also expected to discuss homelessness and the need for additional affordable housing.<\/p>\n
The final public hearing and vote are scheduled for 5 p.m. at the Orange County Administration Center.<\/p>\n
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