Apopka Votes to Raise Taxes by 10% | Orlando News

Apopka commissioners narrowly approved a 10% property tax hike after scaling back from a proposed 22% increase amid fierce public backlash and a looming state deadline. The move, which only required a supermajority vote, drew criticism from residents concerned about rising costs and unclear spending plans. Commissioner Nadia Anderson was the lone no vote, citing lack of transparency on how funds would be used. Mayor Nick Nesta warned that the lower tax rate means tough budget cuts — not necessarily the obvious ones — and the city is now reviewing every department’s budget before the final vote on September 3rd. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1f91009fdbfa0c6c