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Jacksonville City Council Passes $2B Budget, Approves Lower Millage Rate

The budget cuts property tax proceeds by $13.5 million annually to address housing affordability while balancing city service funding, despite mayoral opposition.

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After a contentious budget process, Jacksonville City Council has approved its budget for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year. The vote went through at 4 a.m. Wednesday, 15-2.

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Property tax reduction approved by Jacksonville City Council

(The Center Square) – Jacksonville, recently criticized by Florida’s chief financial officer for excessive spending, early Wednesday approved a $2 billion budget which includes a small decrease in property taxes.

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Jacksonville City Council passes $2B budget, approves lower millage rate

After a contentious budget process, Jacksonville City Council has approved its budget for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year. The vote went through at 4 a.m. Wednesday, 15-2.

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First Coast broke the news in Jacksonville, United States on Wednesday, September 24, 2025.
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