From Oviedo and Longwood City Councils Vote on Budgets Amid Tax Rate Discussions

How will the budget uncertainty in Seminole County affect Longwood?

Longwood faces funding risk and tax increase amid county budget uncertainty Longwood is set to vote on a 5.78% tax-rate increase to fund projects like Fire Station 15 and salary increases for non-union employees. However, the city leaders share concerns with Oviedo's leaders about a potential decrease in funding if the proposed constitutional Amendment 3 passes.

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How it reaches Longwood

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Mayor Megan Sladek stated that the city of Oviedo would see a zero percent increase in the amount of money being collected by the city of Oviedo this year as they tighten their belts in response to increasing costs.

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- clickorlando.com Sep 20
Leaders in both Oviedo and Longwood have raised concerns about a potential decrease in funding if the proposed constitutional Amendment 3 passes, which would increase the homestead exemption for primary residences.

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- clickorlando.com Sep 20

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The facts so far

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Oviedo's proposed millage rate would see no increase, remaining at 5.6692 mills, according to Mayor Megan Sladek.clickorlando.com
Longwood city leaders will vote on a 5.78% tax-rate increase over the rollback rate.clickorlando.com
The proposed constitutional Amendment 3 would increase the homestead exemption from approximately $50,000 to $150,000 in 2027.clickorlando.com
The budget votes for both Oviedo and Longwood are scheduled for Monday, taking effect October 1.clickorlando.com

Why it matters

The financial stability of Longwood is tied to local tax decisions and the outcome of a major constitutional amendment. The city is already planning a tax increase to fund essential services, including continued construction planning for Fire Station 15 and a 4% salary increase for non-union employees.

This situation reflects broader financial pressures across Seminole County, where leaders in multiple cities are grappling with rising costs and the uncertainty surrounding Amendment 3. The measure requires 60% voter approval in November to pass, making the outcome a critical factor for local municipal budgets.

What we don't know yet

Will Amendment 3 pass in November?
What specific funding projects are prioritized if the city avoids the tax increase?

What would change this answer

Amendment 3 passes in NovemberThe potential decrease in funding for Longwood would become a certainty, likely requiring further budget cuts or tax adjustments.

Longwood successfully secures external state or federal grantsThe need for the 5.78% tax-rate increase could be mitigated, easing the financial burden on residents.

Reporting

clickorlando.comSep 20

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