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Mayor Cava unveils FY2026–27 budget, holds operating property tax rate flat
Summary
Mayor Cava introduced a balanced FY2026–27 budget proposal for Miami‑Dade County that holds the operating property tax rate flat while prioritizing public safety, housing, transit, parks and resilience; she outlined efficiency savings and warned of risks from proposed state property tax reform.
Mayor Cava presented her fiscal year 2026–27 budget to the county, telling attendees, "Today, I am proud to present my fiscal year 20 26 to 27 budget for Miami Dade County." The proposal holds the county's operating property tax rate flat and frames spending around five priorities: healthy and safe communities; an economy that works for everyone; fiscal responsibility and efficiency; investments and infrastructure; and risk reduction and resilience.
The mayor said the proposal is grounded in public outreach — she cited more than 60 community meetings — and reflects a focus on protecting essential services while stretching dollars. She emphasized the need to plan for uncertainty, noting slowing revenue growth, rising inflation and reduced support from state and federal partners. Next steps include budget community meetings in August and commission budget hearings in September.
