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Brantford's mayor proposes a $225.1M budget with lower taxes, more road repairs, and delayed splash pads and bike lanes.
Brantford’s mayor has released a revised $225.1 million budget that boosts road resurfacing funding amid resident concerns over deteriorating streets.
The plan cuts the proposed property tax increase from 5.81% to 4.22%, saving the average homeowner $62.74 annually.
Two splash pad projects and a $220,000 pavilion renovation are deferred to 2028 due to ongoing investigations.
Bike lane funding is reduced by $220,000, while public transit, the new Shellard Lane library, and core services remain funded.
A $4.3 million WSIB rebate will create a tax stabilization reserve.
The budget, subject to council review on January 21, emphasizes fiscal responsibility and transparency, with plans to reinstate annual Value for Money audits.
El alcalde de Brantford propone un presupuesto de $225.1 millones con impuestos más bajos, más reparaciones de carreteras, y retrasos en las salpicaderas y carriles para bicicletas.