Property Tax Amendment on November Ballot
Key Questions
What property tax proposal is on the November ballot?
A DeSantis-backed proposal to eliminate certain property taxes has been approved for the ballot. A third lawsuit challenges the language, with a hearing scheduled for July 29.
How could the property tax amendment affect local programs in Pensacola?
Summer camps in Pensacola city limits could be at risk if the proposal passes, impacting families who rely on spring, fall break, and summer programs. Local leaders warn of a potential $14 billion statewide loss.
What budget impacts are expected in Okaloosa County from the tax proposal?
Okaloosa County faces a potential $24 million cut, leading to a hiring freeze, while proposing a $769 million budget. Fort Walton Beach has set its max millage rate amid opposition from Florida Democrats.
DeSantis-backed elimination proposal approved for ballot; third lawsuit challenges language (hearing July 29). Pensacola's summer camps at risk. Local leaders warn of $14B loss; Okaloosa County facing $24M cut, hiring freeze. Okaloosa proposes $769M budget. Fort Walton Beach set max millage. Opposition from FL Democrats.