Budget Process

The annual budget process and who is involved.

The budget process is about offering valued programs, making strategic investments in infrastructure and keeping property taxes as low as possible.

It makes sure the town’s resources are spent wisely and brings the Strategic Plan to life by providing funds to move action plans forward.

Mayoral 2025 Budget Direction And Budget Process

Budget Decision Making

  • This is the second town budget under a new process based on Bill 3, Strong Mayors, Building Homes Act, 2022, Strong Mayor Powers 
  • On October 22, 2024, town staff presented a draft budget with a 3.92 per cent overall increase to property tax, inclusive of town, regional and educational services based on an estimated Halton Region budget increase of 3.60 per cent 
  • Following public consultations and Budget Committee discussions, on November 28, 2024, the Committee recommended a 4.84 per cent overall tax increase to the Mayor 
  • In response, on December 5, 2024, Mayor Rob Burton put forward a budget with a 4.84 per cent overall tax increase
  • On December 11, 2024, Halton Region’s Budget was approved with a 6.18 per cent increase 
  • Considering the impact from Halton Region’s Budget, Mayor Rob Burton’s proposed budget was updated to a 4.91 per cent overall increase
  • On December 19, 2024 at the Special Council meeting, Members of Council adopted the Mayor’s budget