City administration recommending 7.48 per cent tax increase, council set to deliberate
The City of North Battleford is gearing up for budget time again after facing a challenging past year due to the impact of the pandemic.
Administration is proposing a possible 7.48 per cent tax increase for the 2022 operating budget.
City Manager Randy Patrick stressed that this is only a draft proposal of the 2022 budget at this stage, reflecting what administration is suggesting for consideration. Council will have the opportunity to review the full package and make changes to the details and/or the proposed rate increases in the coming weeks.
For utilities, administration is proposing a three per cent general increase. They are also recommending a four per cent separate increase for waste management operations that would be reflected on the ratepayer’s utility bill.