Coral Springs to consider spending, fees and tax issues. Here’s what’s on docket
Affordability has been a top concern for Coral Springs political candidates and voters who are considering a November ballot measure that could significantly reduce property taxes on owner-occupied homes, a key revenue source for municipalities.
But, how does the city actually spend its money?
Here’s what elected officials are considering this week during the Wednesday, June 17, Coral Springs City Commission meeting:
The single-highest proposed expenditure is with RSM US, LLP. Under the new contract, the Chicago-based company would continue its ongoing service as the city’s external financial auditor until September 2031.
Commissioners will also be asked to approve plans to use over half a million dollars in Community Development Block Grant funds for projects at Mullins Park and recreational programming for seniors.
Finally, the Coral Springs Police Department will make a handful of requests, most related to vehicle upgrades. This includes hardware and software for its mobile command center, rental cars for its Vice, Intelligence and Narcotics Unit, and a federal reimbursement-eligible “Joint Information Center” media relations truck.
Public safety spending, which includes police, fire and EMS costs, was the city’s largest expenditure category last year.
Other items on the June 17 agenda related to affordability and cost reductions:
- Fee increases and changes for development services, emergency medical services, and parks and recreation
- Expanded access to rental assistance
- Countywide pollution resource sharing agreement
