Local Politics · Broward County
Broward Commissioner Opposes Amendment 3 Ahead of Nov. 3 Vote
Broward County Commissioner Steve Geller authored an opinion column urging residents to oppose Amendment 3, which would eliminate property taxes, ahead of the Nov. 3 vote. Geller argues the amendment would reduce Broward's approximately $600 million in discretionary spending by $334 million within two years, affecting parks, libraries, healthcare services, animal care and flood control. He disputes CFO Blaise Ingoglia's methodology for calling Broward overspent, citing inconsistent comparisons between the county's budget book and its annual comprehensive financial report. Geller also contends rising insurance costs—not taxes—drive Florida's high cost of living, noting Florida ranks fifth lowest in combined state and local tax burden per the Tax Foundation.