Council Highlights - May 1, 2023

2023 Financial Plan and Tax Rates Bylaw

Council gave first three readings to its 2023 Financial Plan and 2023 Tax Rates Bylaw 2394. The 2023 budget includes a tax rate increase of 5.12%. Some of the major General Fund capital projects identified in the 2023 Financial Plan include:

• $415,000 for a plow truck, sander attachment and snowmobile
• $150,000 for Fire Hall replacement pre-construction drawings.
• $550,000 for the District’s Road Remediation program
• $300,000 for SCBA replacement for the Fire Department
• $920,000 for acquisition of property for the new Protective Services Building
• $249,300 for dock repairs and replacements, HVAC unit for the Community Centre and a portable stage for community events.

Major Water Fund capital projects for 2023 include:

• $2,500,000 for Residuals Treatment Upgrade for the Water Treatment Plant
• $400,000 for water meter replacements
• $299,000 for Water Supply analysis and upgrades

May 1, 2023 Council Meeting

Budget Presentation May 1 2023

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