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Proposed $23 Million Transportation Bond Referendum for Marco Island

Original title: Resolution - Approve a Bond Referendum Not to Exceed $23 million General Obligation Bonds in One or More Series to Finance the Construction of Transportation and Mobility Improvements, Calling a Bond Referendum for the Electors of Marco Island on August 18, 2026 - Casey Lucius, Interim City Manager

May 4, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

If the referendum passes, the city will be authorized to issue up to $23 million in , which would be repaid through property tax assessments on Marco Island residents.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Marco Island property owners

Property owners would be responsible for the repayment of the general obligation bonds through future property tax assessments if the referendum is approved.

Marco Island voters

Voters will determine whether to authorize the city to issue the bonds during the August 18, 2026, election.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 4, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The Marco Island City Council is considering a resolution to place a $23 million bond measure on the August 18, 2026, ballot. If approved by voters, these funds would be used to finance various transportation and mobility infrastructure improvements across the city.

Why It Matters

If the referendum passes, the city will be authorized to issue up to $23 million in , which would be repaid through property tax assessments on Marco Island residents.

Key Facts

The resolution proposes a bond referendum not to exceed $23 million in general obligation bonds.
The bond funds are designated for the construction of transportation and mobility improvements.
The referendum is scheduled to be presented to the electors of Marco Island on August 18, 2026.
The bonds may be issued in one or more series.
The item is currently classified as 'Agenda Ready' for the City Council.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a general obligation bond?

A general obligation bond is a municipal bond backed by the credit and taxing power of the issuing jurisdiction rather than the revenue from a specific project.

When will voters decide on this bond?

The referendum is scheduled for the election on August 18, 2026.

What will the money be used for?

The funds are intended for transportation and mobility infrastructure improvements within Marco Island.

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Long-term Infrastructure Financing

The city is moving toward a large-scale debt-financed model for transportation improvements rather than relying solely on annual budget allocations.

Marco Island

Connected Entities

personCasey Lucius“Interim City Manager who introduced the resolution.”Map →

locationMarco Island“The jurisdiction where the bond referendum will take place.”Map →

Sources

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