Longwood officials identify a multi-front strategy after budget model shows structural shortfall

Apr 8, 2026

City staff told commissioners a new interactive budget model projects a persistent general-fund shortfall and presented options including a limited millage increase, targeted fee adjustments, a possible fire assessment and water/sewer rate changes to fund capital needs.

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City of Longwood officials told the commission on April 8 that the city faces a persistent general-fund shortfall and will need a mix of revenue and spending changes to balance future budgets.

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