Fort Lauderdale, Wilton Manors mayors project millions in lost revenue if Amendment 3 passes

Two Broward County mayors are speaking out against Amendment 3, warning that the proposed property tax policy could force multi-million-dollar budget cuts to local services and public safety.Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis and Wilton Manors Mayor Scott Newton outlined the potential financial impacts on their municipalities if voters pass the constitutional proposal.If approved, Amendment 3 would lower the taxable value for non-school taxes on primary residences by $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028. The Florida Legislature would then decide whether to eliminate property taxes on primary residences entirely. While supporters argue the measure would make homeownership more affordable, local leaders caution it would significantly reduce municipal tax revenue.What Wilton Manors's mayor projects the impact could be In Wilton Manors, Newton estimated his city would lose nearly $2 million in revenue in 2027 and $3.3 million in 2028."Our city is about quality of life," Newton said, not