District hosts five year financial plan hearing in Cottonwood Hall
Over 100 residents attended the April 2 session where Mayor Evan Langstadt discussed the five year financial plan. The plan sought community feedback under section 166 while aiming to keep taxes near 2006 levels. Assessments rose across categories with utilities and business up notably, yet water and sewer tax rates were removed to keep revenue per parcel neutral.
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Chetwynd budget outlines tax, grant shifts and modest increases
Mayor Evan Langstad notes taxes stay near 2006 levels as council plans minor changes. Hospital, school and regional district taxes drop for small communities while policing costs shift to the province. Overall revenue up by 25 000 with a 100 000 tax increase cited. Programmers discuss transfer to the province and grants held near 330 000. Gas tax refunds rise to 73 000 and fair share funds up about 18 percent. General government expenses rise one to two percent with protective services up 50 000 and transportation up 50 000. environment down 40 000 and public health up 16 000.
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