Coral Springs homeowners will see little change in what they pay the city under the proposed 2025–26 budget, with only modest increases in certain areas.
The city commission on Monday night unanimously approved the budget package following the first of two public hearings. Commissioners highlighted their effort to keep costs low while still investing in essential services, particularly fire rescue.
The city approved a $21 increase in the fire assessment for residents, a fee that funds fire and emergency medical services. Commissioners stressed that the new rate of $308.18 remains well below the maximum cap the city is legally allowed to charge.
The increase will support the hiring of 12 more firefighters, helping the Coral Springs-Parkland Fire Department provide more coverage and stay competitive in attracting and retaining top talent, city officials said.
The city also appears poised to hold the line on solid waste collection fees, which currently cost single-family homeowners $434 a year. An initial staff proposal had recommended a $20 hike this year, but staffers later found enough savings to avoid the increase.
“You guys rolled up your sleeves… you found the dollars to make this happen where we can keep it consistent with last year,” said Commissioner Shawn Cerra, thanking staff for the adjustment.
The stormwater assessment is set to rise by $4.35 under the city’s new budget, to $149.22.
The fee supports maintenance of the city’s drainage system and flood prevention infrastructure.
Commissioners also voted to keep city’s property tax rate unchanged at 6.032 per $1,000 of taxable value, but most property owners will still see higher city bills. That’s because rising property values are driving up the taxable base.
The final budget hearing is scheduled for Sept. 25 at City Hall.
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