Tampa presented a $2.04 billion recommended budget for fiscal year 2027, which includes $347 million for capital projects and maintains nearly $191 million in general fund reserves while absorbing higher personnel costs without expanding the workforce. The city expects property tax revenue of nearly $400 million, a figure that could decline by $35 million to $40 million in fiscal year 2028 if Amendment 3 is approved by voters in November, with losses rising to $60 million to $65 million in the following year and potentially $71 million to $74 million by fiscal year 2032. The budget aligns with the projected first‑year impact of the amendment and reflects cautious planning as the city prepares for possible revenue reductions. Department presentations covered water, wastewater, solid waste, parking, solid waste, and golf courses, highlighting rising construction costs and aging infrastructure; water officials noted increasing expenses beyond the cost of cheap water and emphasized the need for rate adjustments, while wastewater officials said about 60% of sewer pipes are over 60 years old and require relining. The council expressed approval of department cost‑control efforts but criticized the workshop’s organization and the lack of complete budget documents. The next workshop will address stormwater and transportation on Aug. 10, followed by discussions on police, fire, parks, recreation, the convention center and special events on Aug. 17; a public hearing is scheduled for Sept. 8 and final adoption on Sept. 22.