To the residents of Cape Coral,
As we begin Fiscal Year 2026, I want to thank everyone who participated in the many public discussions and provided input as the City shaped its budget and policy decisions for the year ahead. Your engagement has been invaluable in helping us balance the needs of a growing community..
One of the most important decisions in this year’s budget is the adoption of the rollback rate for property taxes. The City Council voted to lower the property tax rate from 5.2188 to 5.1471. The rollback rate is the rate that generates the same amount of property tax revenue as the prior year, excluding new construction. By adopting the rollback rate, the City will collect the same overall revenue from existing properties as last year. This decision underscores our commitment to responsible budgeting and fiscal stewardship…