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flag Brantford's mayor proposes a $225.1M budget with lower taxes, more road repairs, and delayed splash pads and bike lanes.

flag Brantford’s mayor has released a revised $225.1 million budget that boosts road resurfacing funding amid resident concerns over deteriorating streets. flag The plan cuts the proposed property tax increase from 5.81% to 4.22%, saving the average homeowner $62.74 annually. flag Two splash pad projects and a $220,000 pavilion renovation are deferred to 2028 due to ongoing investigations. flag Bike lane funding is reduced by $220,000, while public transit, the new Shellard Lane library, and core services remain funded. flag A $4.3 million WSIB rebate will create a tax stabilization reserve. flag The budget, subject to council review on January 21, emphasizes fiscal responsibility and transparency, with plans to reinstate annual Value for Money audits.

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