Breaking: DeSantis Calls Special Session for Major Florida Property Tax Relief

DeSantis Is Pushing A Property Tax Bombshell - And It Could Hit Boynton Beach Hard

May 29, 2026

Property tax relief could be moving closer to reality in Florida. Governor Ron DeSantis announced Wednesday, May 27, that he is calling lawmakers back to Tallahassee for a special legislative session during the week of June 1 to consider a major property tax proposal. The plan, called “Save Our Homes From Excessive Property Taxes,” would raise Florida’s homestead exemption from $50,000 to $250,000. DeSantis says the plan could eliminate property taxes for roughly 60% of Florida homeowners.

The long-term goal is to phase out homestead property taxes entirely. For Boynton Beach residents, this is a big one. Lower taxes could bring real relief as insurance, housing, and everyday costs keep climbing. But there’s a catch: property taxes also help fund local services like police, fire rescue, infrastructure, schools, and environmental protection. The proposal still faces major hurdles, including approval by lawmakers and voters. Translation: this debate is just getting started.

Palm Beach County’s Teacher Raise Comes With a Tough Budget Reality

Palm Beach County teachers, including those in Boynton Beach, recently won a 3.5% recurring pay raise after months of negotiations. But now the celebration comes with a very real concern: possible layoffs and budget cuts. School board members approved the raise 6-1, saying teachers need help keeping up with South Florida’s brutal cost of living. And let’s be honest - they do. But district officials warned that the raise could force difficult cuts as enrollment declines and finances tighten.

Early estimates suggest more than 250 school district positions could be affected, including nearly 200 teaching jobs. Union leaders argue long-vacant positions should be cut first, not working teachers, and say better pay is needed to keep experienced educators from leaving. For Boynton Beach families, the concern is simple: fewer teachers could mean larger classes, fewer electives, reduced support services, and more pressure on already busy schools, especially in fast-growing west Boynton.

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🎉This Week’s Featured Events

The Good Day Market will be back at the Boynton Beach Mall on Sunday, May 31st from 9:00 am-2:00 pm. Located at 3301 Old Boynton Rd, at the Boynton Beach Mall (near Dillard’s), this outdoor market has grown to over 55+ vendors. A variety of offerings including fresh fruit/veggies, sweet treats, coffee, tasty bites, flowers, and artisan craft items will be available. Come out and mingle with the locals and enjoy the relaxing outdoor venue while supporting small businesses. Parking is FREE and it’s pet-friendly too! For details, visit their Facebook or Instagram page.

Beetlejuice - The Musical, is showing at The Kravis Center, from June 2nd through June 7th. The Kravis Center is located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd in West Palm Beach and parking can be found in the garage on Tamarind Avenue. Based on the Tim Burton film, the show is a long-time fan favorite filled with hilarious good fun. The musical score is second to none. This performance never disappoints, so grab your ticket and sit back and enjoy. The recommended audience is 12 years old and over. Showtimes vary by day, so go to kravis.org for specifics and for ticket purchases.

The South Florida PBS Studios located at 3401 S. Congress Avenue in Boynton Beach is offering a new immersive experience that opened on May 22nd. It’s called Colosseum: The Legendary Arena, and it’s calling all gladiator fans to attend. Follow the legendary streets of Rome and descend beneath the arena floor. Stand before 80,000 ancient spectators for a full glimpse into this powerful and spectacular time in Rome. Tickets for adults are $35, but discounts are offered for certain professions and ages. Group discounts are available also. Visit southfloridapbs.org for all the details.

🤔 Did You Know?

The most catastrophic hurricane to hit our area was the 1928 Okeechobee Hurricane, which came ashore near Palm Beach as a Category 4 storm with winds around 145–150 mph. The destruction was staggering: in Boynton Beach, roughly 75% of businesses were reportedly wiped out. Many early settlers fled to stronger buildings or railroad depots because their wood-frame homes couldn’t withstand storms of that force. Today, stronger construction codes, better alerts, and more community resources give residents a much better chance to prepare before severe weather arrives.