Centre Hastings Council has approved its budget for 2025.
In a release, Centre Hastings says there is a year-over-year property tax levy increase of 8.17%. Once growth considerations are taken into account, the increase comes in at 5.49%.
“A significant portion of the budget this year has been allocated towards capital programs and infrastructure replacement, which will enhance the quality of life for residents and support future growth,” Centre Hastings says in a release.
“The capital budget totals $2.39 million, with $2.06 million earmarked for essential projects, including the replacement of plow trucks and fleet, as well as critical road rehabilitation and bridge replacement initiatives.”
Among the projects listed are the full rehabilitation of St. Lawrence Street East. This project is slated to begin construction in early May 2025.
The municipality will also carry on hardtop preservation work on various roads, including Carson Road, Slab Street, and Quin-Mo-Lac Road.
For taxpayers, the anticipated impact will be an average annual increase of approximately $63 for every $100,000 of assessed value, translating to roughly $5 per month.
“We believe this budget effectively addresses the pressing needs of our community while laying the groundwork for future development,” stated Mayor Tom Deline in the release.
“Investing in our infrastructure is essential, and we are committed to ensuring that our municipality is prepared to grow and meet the challenges of tomorrow.”
Further information about the Centre Hastings 2025 budget can be found at their website.
