Lynn Haven Budget Battle | Panama City Beach News

Lynn Haven’s budget crunch is heating up as city leaders scramble to cut costs before the new fiscal year—proposals include slashing the community redevelopment agency by 25%, even eliminating the animal shelter… until Mayor Dave Lowery fiercely defends it as his “one sacred cow,” calling it a lean, efficient operation. Commissioners clashed over priorities, but ultimately agreed on a 4.35 millage rate and a 25% CRA cut—with the animal shelter’s funding staying intact for FY27. 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/dadbc5c8ebf39af1