FL Assoc of Counties

FAC helps counties effectively serve and represent Floridians by strengthening and preserving county home rule through advocacy, education and collaboration.

[Genesis Consulting Partners @GenesisElevates]

Heading to the @flcounties Annual Conference next week — June 24–26 at the Hilton Orlando. Find Jack Gebhard at Booth 629 with @SAPConcur to talk travel, expense, and invoice management for Florida counties. #GenesisElevates #FACConference2026 #SAPConcurPartner

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

#NewsClips DeSantis’ property tax plan could be unconstitutional. Here’s why. Read more: https://t.co/VFZeoct4A3

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

In response to the proposed property tax reform amendment, FAC has added a Property Tax Panel and a dedicated Property Tax Workshop to the agenda. Don't miss these important discussions on an issue that could have a major impact on #FLCounties. Register: https://t.co/z15OsJxqK5

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

A sunflower mid bloom in Jefferson County 🌻 #FLCounties

📸: Denise Vogelgesang

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

#NewsClips Ron DeSantis says legislators diluted 'the most transformational property tax proposal' in U.S. history. Will it still pass? Read more: https://t.co/4BgakV9QiX

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

In response to the recent filing of the property tax proposal, FAC has added a Property Tax Panel to the Annual Conference agenda. We strongly encourage all county representatives attend this important session. Register here: https://t.co/z15OsJxqK5

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

#NewsClips Governor DeSantis, It’s a Strange Time to Break Local Government. Read more: https://t.co/TglGS885Bq

[SOX Erosion Solutions @SoxErosion]

Visit SOX at the '26 @flcounties Annual Conference from June 23-26 in Orlando! We’re helping Florida counties address erosion at the source. Stop by Booth #704 to see how. 🌿
#flcities #erosioncontrol #soxerosion @abrahamjivanjee

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

FAC Deputy Executive Director Cragin Mosteller joined The Usual Suspects talk show to discuss the proposed constitutional amendment on property tax reform and highlight the effects it will have. Watch here: https://t.co/Vm6RqisKHl

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

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[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

#NewsClips Fact-checking claims that Florida’s property tax amendment will ‘defund’ essential public services. Read more: https://t.co/9sQ7GTVe86

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

The countdown is on. FAC's Annual Conference is less than three weeks away! Join county officials and staff for timely discussions, expert-led workshops, inspiring keynote speakers, and Florida's largest county-focused exhibit hall. Register now: https://t.co/z15OsJxqK5

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

#NewsClips Florida lawmakers OK DeSantis property tax cut for 2026 ballot. Read more: https://t.co/NLCWdInvM6

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

County leaders from across FL were at the Capitol yesterday, speaking out on the serious impacts the proposed property tax changes could have. Their message was clear: these proposals will shift costs, reduce local services, and limit counties' ability to meet residents' needs.

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

#NewsClips DeSantis' property tax plan will hurt small businesses, make Florida 'more unaffordable,' says advocates. Read more: https://t.co/OgmjTJP6Wo

[Forrest Saunders @FBSaunders]

The @flcounties are warning DeSantis-backed property tax proposals could blow a major hole in local budgets.

The FAC analysis estimates county revenue losses of $3.57B in FY 2027-28 and $6.32B in FY 2028-29.

Officials handing this out to lawmakers:

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

The decisions made in this special session will negatively impact Florida for generations. FAC has developed an interactive map that allows you to show legislators the impact these bills would have on your county. https://t.co/Gzq2vqMZuL

[FL Assoc of Counties @flcounties]

#NewsClips DeSantis property tax proposal raises too many questions. Read more: https://t.co/68KDPGIGQr

[Jeff Brandes @JeffreyBrandes]

1/ Florida has 67 counties.

How many will still be truly self-governing after this proposal?

If a county needs annual appropriations from Tallahassee to fund police, roads, EMS, and other core services, is it really an independent county anymore?

Let's do a thought experiment.

[Gary Fineout @fineout]

Miami-Dade Yr 1 - $338m Yr 2-$610.8m
Hillsborough Yr 1 - $262.6m Yr 2-$461.8m
Orange Yr 1 - $148.1m Yr 2-$258.5m
Palm Beach Yr 1 - $280.2m Yr 2-$523.3m
Duval Yr 1 - $223.9m Yr 2 - $386.8m
Lee Yr 1 - $129.6m Yr 2 - $240.8m
Pinellas Yr 1 - $138.9m Yr 2 - $236.7m