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NewsCreative Loafing TampaSeptember 11, 2026Hillsborough County

Pinellas County Republicans debate proposed property tax-cutting Amendment 3 during Largo town hall

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Local officials and representatives debated the proposed constitutional amendment to reduce homestead property taxes during a town hall meeting Wednesday night in Largo, with differing views on its financial impact.

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Why It Matters

The proposed could alter homestead property tax rates for residents and impact municipal budgets for local governments in Pinellas County.

Key Facts

  • A town hall discussion regarding proposed constitutional Amendment 3 took place Wednesday night in Largo.
  • The event featured sharp exchanges between two Pinellas County Republicans.
  • Largo is the third largest city in Pinellas County and the fourth biggest in the Tampa Bay area.
  • Largo has a population of more than 84,000 residents.
  • City officials cautioned that the tax cuts could lead to significant reality cuts in municipal funding.
  • The debate centered on a proposed constitutional amendment to reduce homestead property taxes.

Who's Mentioned

locationPinellas County“County where the Republicans and town hall are located”locationTampa Bay“Regional area containing Largo”OrganizationCreative Loafing Tampa“Publisher of the news article”locationLargo“City where the town hall discussion took place”