City budget discussions underway


The City Council will continue budget discussions at its July 9 workshop, which will highlight the general fund. FILE PHOTO
The City Council will continue budget discussions at its July 9 workshop, which will highlight the general fund. FILE PHOTO
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Palm Coast has the third lowest tax rate in the state among cities with similar population, according to a budget presentation by Chris Quinn, the city’s finance director.

For cities with a population of 60,000 to 90,000, Palm Coast’s rate of $4.29 per $1,000 of taxable value comes in just behind Boca Raton ($3.41 per $1,000) and Weston ($2 per $1,000).

For about $36.50 a month (or $438 a year), Palm Coast get emergency services, police protection, code enforcement, housing programs, streets and park maintenance, paths and trails.

The City Council will continue budget discussions at its July 9 workshop, which will highlight the general fund.

Next fiscal year’s millage rate and budget will be approved by mid-September, according to the tentative schedule. 

 

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