June 8, 2026, Workshop Minutes - Full Packet

City Council Workshop · 2026-06-08 · minutes

This document details a workshop meeting held on June 8, 2026, focusing on the Pulse Memorial update and a legislative update. For the Pulse Memorial, the City of Orlando is progressing with the design and build process, with Borrelli + Partners as the design principal. Key dates for construction commencement are September 2026, with anticipated completion in September 2027. The legislative update covered various bills impacting land use, development, building permits, and property taxes. Notably, HB 399 mandates that development permit fees reflect costs and ensures timely approvals for large destination resorts. HB 803 reforms building permitting and inspection processes, facilitating private providers and establishing uniform applications. HB 927 streamlines development permitting by requiring preapplication consultations and authorizing qualified contractors for expedited review. Property tax reform measures were also discussed, including new exemptions for homestead properties and limitations on the use of ad valorem revenue. The proposed constitutional amendment for property tax reform is subject to voter approval on November 3, 2026.