Overview

• The countywide millage rises from $4.88 to $5.38 per $1,000 of taxable value starting Oct. 1, adding about $150 a year for a home with a $300,000 taxable value.
• Officials project roughly $44 million in additional revenue to help close a $35 million shortfall and maintain core services.
• The decision follows votes to add 5 cents per gallon to the county gas tax and to raise the public service tax in unincorporated areas to 10% from 4% beginning Jan. 1.
• Commissioners also approved a more than $1.2 billion FY2025–26 budget that allocates about 45% to public safety, as the sheriff points to local police starting pay roughly $8,000 above deputy salaries.
• The increase passed with one dissenting vote from Commissioner Bob Dallari after mixed public testimony, and officials have not indicated how long the higher rate will remain in place.