2021 Budget Consultation
How do you think the City should spend tax dollars collected in 2021? We want to know! Complete our survey and answer our featured question by February 28, 2021.
Fill out our 2021 budget survey today. Which City services and programs are the most important to you? How should Council balance service levels and tax rates? Click on the “Take survey” tab below and share your thoughts with us!
You can also get involved by answering our featured question: If the City were to look at service level reductions to lower the tax rate increase, which specific services do you think we should consider reducing? Click on the “Featured question” tab below – City Council wants to hear your suggestions.
Have a question? Ask us! Click on the “Q & A” tab below to get started.
The budget process is about balancing the delivery of services and programs (spending) with property taxes, fees and charges, and funds from other sources (revenues) to meet the needs of the community. Your input helps Council and the City find that balance and provide the best value for your tax dollars.
Find out more:
- take a look at our budget breakdown to find out what it would cost an average household to run the City in 2021
- read our budget guide (PDF), with information about the budget process and the City’s proposed net operating expenses for 2021
- see examples of capital projects proposed in the 2021 Draft Financial Plan
- read the full 2021–2025 Draft Financial Plan (PDF)
- review our frequently asked questions (found in the right-hand column)