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Guelph’s 2025 Tax levy finalized

Guelph, Ont., January 22, 2025 – Today at a special council meeting, Guelph’s Local Boards and Shared Services (LBSS) presented their updated 2025 budgets to City Council. Council approved the updated budgets with a net tax levy increase of 3.12%. Earlier in November 2024, Council adopted the City services budget, accounting for an increase of 3.66%, bringing the net tax levy impact for 2025 to 6.78%. This translates to a $322.72 annual increase based on the 2024 median residential property assessment for a single detached home and the 2024 tax policy, of which $174.21 will support City services, and $148.51 is for LBSS. “On behalf of City Council, I extend thanks to our local boards and shared services for presenting their budgets today” commented City… Continue reading Guelph’s 2025 Tax levy finalized

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Some City rates and fees changing January 1

Guelph, Ont., December 23, 2024 – On January 1, 2025, rates and fees for some City services and programs will increase. Check the 2025 rates, fees and charges guide for a full list of the rates and the changes with the effective date of change. The changes are part of the Council-adopted 2025 Budget Confirmation.  Water, wastewater and stormwater rates The volume charges for water will increase by nine cents to $2.21 per cubic metre, and the volume charges for wastewater will increase by 8 cents to $2.32 per cubic metre. Daily basic service charges are also changing, with the magnitude of the change depending on the size of the meter. Monthly stormwater fees will increase to $10.00—an increase of $1.20 per month.   Parking… Continue reading Some City rates and fees changing January 1

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City of Guelph confirms 2025 budget  

Budget process, informed by strong community engagement, balances affordability with necessary community investments   Guelph, Ont., November 27, 2024 – Today, at a special meeting of Council, Mayor Guthrie and City Council considered amendments to the proposed 2025 budget. Following discussion and decision on each of the tabled amendments, Council voted to close the amendment period, and the Mayor confirmed that he will not veto any of the amendments. The 2025 City services budget update is therefore deemed confirmed.   “This budget reflects our commitment to making meaningful long-term investments with a fully funded 10-year capital plan, while also maintaining fiscal responsibility” said Tara Baker, chief administrative officer. “This budget supports responsible growth, allows us to maintain service delivery and keeps affordability top of mind.”  “While… Continue reading City of Guelph confirms 2025 budget  

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Mayor announces final update to proposed 2025 budget

Guelph, Ont., November 14, 2024 – Today, Mayor Cam Guthrie has revealed his final update to his proposed 2025 City of Guelph budget, with targeted changes that makes the city more welcoming, accessible, and affordable for those who need it most. “I have listened intently to community feedback over the past few weeks about the draft budget,” commented Mayor Cam Guthrie, “and I’m happy to announce several new and enhanced additions. From enhancing transit and making it more affordable for students, seniors, and those with lower incomes to restoring the Welcoming Streets Initiative to launching a one-year agreement with the Guelph Tool Library—these changes are good for residents and businesses citywide. Additionally, I am strengthening projects focused on culture, trails, and affordable housing, just to… Continue reading Mayor announces final update to proposed 2025 budget

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Mayor Guthrie invites public to attend town hall meetings to discuss 2025 budget

Guelph, Ont., October 28, 2024 – Over the next two weeks, Mayor Guthrie will hold a series of town hall meetings to discuss the draft 2025 budget update. Community members are encouraged to attend to learn more. Town hall dates and locations November 4 – Wards 5 and 6 Salvation Army Citadel 1320 Gordon St, Guelph ON 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. November 5 – Open to all residents Virtual Town Hall 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. November 6 – Wards 3 and 4 West End Community Centre (Lions Lair room) 21 Imperial Rd S, Guelph ON 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. November 8 – Wards 1 and 2 Victoria Road Recreation Centre (Oak room) 151 Victoria Rd N, Guelph ON 6:30 p.m. – 8:00… Continue reading Mayor Guthrie invites public to attend town hall meetings to discuss 2025 budget

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Mayor Guthrie shares draft 2025 budget update

Guelph, Ont., October 17, 2024 – Today, Mayor Cam Guthrie shared the draft 2025 budget update on Guelph’s website; the draft budget will be presented at a special Council meeting on October 30. The Mayor and City staff worked together to identify key investment areas and priorities to ensure the budget meets the community’s needs while also addressing the Mayoral direction to reduce the previously-adopted 2025 budget.   Background  The 2025 budget was previously adopted as part of the 2024-2027 Multi-Year Budget with a net tax levy increase of 9.8 per cent over 2024. The draft budget released today was updated to align with the Mayoral direction that was introduced earlier this year using the Strong Mayor powers. Under the Mayoral direction, staff were tasked… Continue reading Mayor Guthrie shares draft 2025 budget update

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Council adopts Guelph’s 2024-2027 Multi-Year Budget

Investments focus on maintaining City Services while supporting existing and growth-enabling infrastructure as well as housing and homelessness Guelph, Ont., November 29, 2023 – On November 29, City Council amended and adopted Guelph’s 2024-2027 Multi-Year Budget with investments that focus on maintaining City services while supporting existing and growth-enabling infrastructure, as well as housing and homelessness. The budget will help advance the Council-approved Future Guelph strategic plan.   “Today, City Council reduced and adopted Guelph’s 2024-2027 Multi-Year Budget,” says Mayor Cam Guthrie. “Council was able to lower the City’s portion of the budget to 3.96 per cent. With the addition of outside boards and agencies, along with new impacts from provincial legislation, including downloading and underfunding housing, hospital and homelessness initiatives, the total impact is 8.52… Continue reading Council adopts Guelph’s 2024-2027 Multi-Year Budget

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