What Doral’s FY 2027 Budget Means for You

Published on October 06, 2026

A new fiscal year is underway in Doral, and the FY 2027 budget comes with a few numbers worth knowing: a lower operating tax rate, a General Fund that is 6% smaller than last year, and approximately $148 million in total City spending across all funds. But what does that actually mean for residents? Here’s a look at where the City is investing and how it is planning for Doral’s future.

A Lower Tax Rate, Continued Services

Doral’s FY 2027 operating millage rate is 1.5994 mills, the rollback rate for the new fiscal year. That keeps Doral’s operating millage rate the lowest among Miami-Dade County municipalities and marks the first time in Doral’s history that the City has lowered its operating millage rate for two consecutive years.

There’s also an important detail when looking at your property tax bill: the City does not receive most of it. About 13% of property tax dollars goes to the City of Doral, while approximately 40–45% goes to Miami-Dade County and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, with the remainder going to other taxing authorities. The City’s share helps fund the local services residents see and use every day, including public safety, parks, roads, recreation and infrastructure.

At the same time, the City’s General Fund is 6% lower than last year, with no new full-time positions added. Rather than simply spending more, the City is focusing on making better use of existing resources, improving processes and using technology to work more efficiently while continuing to provide the services residents rely on.

Where You’ll See the Investment

Public safety remains a major priority in FY 2027. The City is continuing to support police personnel, training, technology and equipment, while strengthening the Traffic Unit and adding a new Crime Suppression Team. Planning and permitting are also continuing for a future Police Department headquarters.

Doral’s parks and recreation spaces are also getting continued attention. The budget includes new trail segments, playground replacements at Doral Meadow Park, Morgan Levy Park and Downtown Doral Park, and continued work at Doral Central Park. The City is also continuing to support recreational opportunities and programming for youth, seniors and residents with special needs, helping make Doral’s parks and programs more accessible to the entire community.

Infrastructure and mobility remain another major focus. FY 2027 continues funding for roadway improvements, resurfacing, sidewalks, drainage and trail connections, along with continued improvements to Trolley and Freebee services citywide to help residents get around Doral.

Looking Beyond the Current Budget

The City is also looking for new ways to generate revenue and support future services without relying entirely on residential property taxes. That includes projects and partnerships such as Doral 10, an affordable senior living project being developed through a public-private partnership, as well as planning for a future Doral Central Park parking garage and exploring strategic uses of City-owned property. The goal is to create additional revenue opportunities that can help support City services and future investments while reducing the pressure on residential taxpayers.

Doral is also bringing outside funding into the community. The City secured $2.75 million in State funding, including $2 million for priority roadway projects and $750,000 for additional police services associated with presidential visits and the G20 Summit.

A Strong Financial Foundation

The City enters FY 2027 with strong financial ratings, including a AAA rating from Fitch and an AA+ rating from S&P Global, while maintaining reserves. Together, these factors support the City’s ability to plan for future needs while continuing to invest in the community today.

What does it all add up to?

For residents, FY 2027 is about balancing what Doral needs today with what it will need tomorrow: a lower operating tax rate, continued City services, investment in public safety, parks, infrastructure and mobility, and new strategies to generate revenue for the future.

The new fiscal year is officially underway, and the focus is on making the most of the resources available while continuing to build a Doral that works for the people who live, work and spend time here.