North Port City Commission Sets 2026-2027 Property Tax Rates

The North Port City Commission adopted the Ad Valorem Millage Rate and Rolled-Back Rate for the upcoming fiscal year at a Special Meeting held on Thursday, September 10, 2026. The decision, formalized under Ordinance No. 2026-28, sets the property tax rates for the fiscal period beginning October 1, 2026, and concluding on September 30, 2027.

Property owners across North Port will see the impact of this vote as the new fiscal year commences tomorrow. The Ad Valorem Millage Rate directly influences the amount of property taxes residents pay, while the Rolled-Back Rate represents the tax rate that would generate the same amount of property tax revenue as the prior year, excluding new construction.

The meeting, which took place at 5:01 PM at City Hall, included a public hearing as Agenda Item 3.a. This provided North Port residents an opportunity to voice their opinions and provide input on the proposed tax rates before the Commission made its final decision. Such hearings are a critical component of the local government's process for setting financial policies that affect the entire community.

Ordinance No. 2026-28 also included standard provisions for findings, conflicts, severability, and an effective date. These components ensure the legal robustness and proper implementation of the newly adopted tax rates. The fiscal year 2026-2027 will now operate under these established financial guidelines.