Resolution 2026-37 RESOLUTION NO. 2026 -37
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA,
ESTABLISHING A FRAMEWORK TO CONSTRAIN COUNTY
SPENDING AT CURRENT FISCAL YEAR BASELINE LEVELS
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2027, APPLYING TO COUNTY FUNDING
ALLOCATIONS INCLUDING THOSE FOR CONSTITUTIONAL
OFFICERS; AUTHORIZING LIMITED ANNUAL INCREASES
FOR OPERATING AND CAPITAL COSTS; AND DIRECTING
THE PREPARATION OF A LONG-TERM CAPITAL AND ASSET
MANAGEMENT ANALYSIS TO BE PRESENTED WITHIN SIX
MONTHS.
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners is charged with ensuring the fiscal
integrity and long-term financial sustainability of Collier County; and
WHEREAS, legislative changes under consideration by the Florida Legislature related to
ad valorem taxation may significantly impact County revenues in the near future; and
WHEREAS, it is prudent and necessary for the County to take proactive measures to
manage expenditures and plan for upcoming potential revenue constraints; and
WHEREAS, maintaining current spending levels while allowing limited, controlled
increases for essential operational and capital needs will promote fiscal discipline without
compromising critical services; and
WHEREAS, a comprehensive actuarial analysis of County assets will provide valuable
insight into the County's financial position, long-term obligations, and asset management needs.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF COLLIER COUNTY, FLORIDA, that:
Section 1. Purpose and Intent.
This Resolution is intended to strengthen fiscal oversight and position Collier County to
respond effectively to potential changes in state law affecting ad valorem taxation and
County revenues.
Section 2. Spending Limitations.
Total spending for County departments, including all Constitutional Officers, shall be
constrained at the current fiscal year's adopted baseline budget levels, subject to certain
exclusions as authorized by the Board of County Commissioners.
Section 3. Authorized Increases.
Notwithstanding the spending limitations established herein:
(a) Operational costs may increase by up to three percent (3%) annually; and
(b) Capital costs may increase by up to five percent (5%) annually.
Any operational or capital cost increase authorized pursuant to this section shall require
approval by a majority vote of the Board of County Commissioners as part of the annual
budget adoption.
Section 4. Long-term Capital and Asset Management Analysis.
The County Manager, or designee, is hereby directed to procure and prepare a
comprehensive analysis of all County assets, including but not limited to infrastructure,
facilities, and long-term financial obligations. The analysis shall be updated and presented
to the Board of County Commissioners within six (6) months and annually thereafter.
This Resolution adopted after motion, second and majority vote favoring same this 27
day of �A,... -y , 2026.
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