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Read. Follow. Verify.Ordinance 2026-0455-E: Debt Limit Increase
Record date · June 23, 2026
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What This Bill Does
This amends existing city rules to increase the maximum amount of outstanding debt the city can hold at one time. It raises the limit to $250 million through September 2029, after which the cap will decrease to $200 million.
This change increases the city's authorized borrowing capacity by adjusting the of notes allowed to be outstanding, which impacts the city's financial flexibility and debt obligations through 2029.
Who It Affects
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City of Jacksonville
The city's legal authority to issue and maintain outstanding debt notes is modified by the new limits.
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Temporary Debt Ceiling Increase
The ordinance establishes a clear sunset provision where the debt limit automatically scales down after a fixed period (2029).
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