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2026 Budget Approved — $579M General Tax Levy, 6.30% Increase

Council approved the 2026 General Tax Levy Budget: $579.0 million (increase of $42.3M, 6.30% property tax increase on Regional portion). For average property assessed at $298,000: Regional tax increase of $137, totaling $2,307 in 2026. Water/Wastewater budget increase: 7.42% ($12.9M). Capital Budget: $192.8M (131 projects). Approved February 2026.

Record type
Budget Approval
Municipality
Niagara Region
Source published
Feb 13, 2026

Dates in the record

  • Notice published: Feb 13, 2026

These dates describe the notice. A passed date does not establish approval, a completed hearing, or the outcome of an application. Check the municipality’s latest documents for subsequent decisions or changes.

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