Local leaders express property tax elimination concerns

State Senator Nick DiCeglie recently told city council members, much to their dismay, that the governor is intent on eliminating or significantly reducing property taxes.

Those revenues account for 73% of St. Petersburg’s general fund, and most of that money supports public safety. Governor Ron DeSantis pushed to cut property taxes throughout a chaotic legislative session and recently pitched a plan to offer $1,000 rebates for each homesteaded property.

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Mayor Ken Welch presents $1.1 billion budget

St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch frequently expressed doubt that he could lower property taxes for a fourth consecutive year following Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The city’s millage rate will remain unchanged.

Welch presented his administration’s $1.1 billion spending plan to city council members at their July 17 meeting. Money is tighter than in recent years due to an unprecedented storm season and federal funding cuts or freezes.

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