NewsCreative Loafing Tampa BayAugust 4, 2026Hillsborough
St. Pete Beach commissioners set tentative maximum property tax rate for 2027
St. Pete Beach commissioners voted to advertise a tentative maximum property tax rate of 3.6715 mills for the 2027 fiscal year, an increase from the current 3.0913 mills. This action allows the city to potentially raise taxes later this year but does not finalize a tax hike.
Read the full story at Creative Loafing Tampa BayWhy It Matters
Property owners in St. Pete Beach may face higher city taxes in the upcoming , as the commission has set a ceiling that allows for a rate increase of approximately 18.7% over the current level.
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organizationThe Gulfport Gabber“Original publisher of the article.”organizationFinance and Budget Review Committee“Recommended a higher tax ceiling of 3.8330 mills.”personScott Tate“Stated that the commission may forgo a tax increase if resident input is insuffi”personFrances Robustelli“Recommended public meetings and resident surveys regarding the tax increase and ”organizationCreative Loafing Tampa Bay“Parent organization of the Tampa Bay Journalism Project.”organizationSt. Pete Beach Commission“The city commission responsible for setting tax rates and budget priorities.”