HOW THE CITY MAKES THAT POSSIBLE
At no time of the year is it more apparent why so many choose to live in South Florida and call Weston home. While much of the country faces snowstorms and freezing temperatures, our climate allows residents to enjoy the outdoors.
From youth sports and family outings to community festivals and concerts under the stars, this season highlights what makes Weston special. When you visit one of our parks, you can count on well-groomed fields, clean and modern restrooms, safe playgrounds, and amenities maintained with care.
That level of quality does not happen by accident. It is the result of thoughtful planning, professional maintenance, and the reliable investment in services that keep our community looking and functioning at a high standard. As property tax reform is being discussed at the state level, it is especially important for residents to understand how these services are funded.
Ad valorem property tax dollars support the core services that maintain city parks, athletic facilities, and public safety throughout Weston. Those same dollars fund the crews and equipment that keep fields in top condition, keep the park restrooms clean, maintain parking lots and walkways, and inspect, clean, and maintain playgrounds. This ongoing investment is a key reason Weston feels exceptional every day, not just during special events.
It is also important to understand how your property tax bill is distributed.
Only about 19% of the ad valorem property taxes you pay go to the City of Weston. The remaining portion is shared among several taxing authorities, including Broward County, the Broward County Public Schools, the Children’s Services Council, the Hospital District, the South Florida Water Management District, and others.
Celebrating 30 years in 2026, Weston is known for its high standards and maintaining them comes at a cost. At the same time, the city has worked diligently to keep its millage rate low through careful budgeting and long-term planning. Weston has maintained the millage rate of 3.3464 for eight consecutive years, the lowest rate in Broward County. Rising property values have helped generate additional revenue, allowing the city to keep pace with increasing costs for goods and services without raising the rate. How the city is maintained is also an important factor in why property values continue to rise.
Financial Transparency
Financial transparency is a priority for the City of Weston. Residents are encouraged to explore the city’s Open Finance Portal, which is updated daily and provides detailed information on expenditures, revenues, and vendor payments. Additional resources, including information on how property taxes fund city services, are available in the Finance section at WestonFL.org/government/finance.
Residents and businesses have made a significant personal investment and strategic choice to locate in Weston. Staying informed about potential changes in property tax policy helps ensure our community remains strong, well-maintained, safe, and financially responsible.
You moved to Weston because it offers something special. Together, we can work to keep it that way.
