Park Enhancements
Furthering access to recreational spaces promotes a healthy life for all residents and visitors. To ensure Midland's parks and trails are kept vibrant, the budget will continue to help develop these spaces.
Approved 2024 Budget
The 2024 operating and capital budgets were approved by Council on February 1, 2024. The documents below represent the approved operating and capital budgets, and include all changes made by Council during budget deliberations.
| Approved 2024 Budget Items |
| Report and Minutes |
Preparing the 2024 Draft Budget
It's time to develop the Town's 2024 Draft Budget. Every year the operating and capital budgets are crafted to further growth in Midland, foster healthy community well-being, and take into account sustainable development.
Whenever the snow is plowed on your street, whenever you enjoy a sunny day at a new Town playground or at the Midland Harbour, or when a road is being paved - all of these services are your tax dollars at work.
2024 Draft Budget Documents
| Draft 2024 Budget Document |
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By the Numbers
| Proposed Tax Increase (from the Executive Summary) |
| Taxation, General Revenue and Council and Committees |
| Department Operating and Capital Programs |
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Digital Government and Service Innovation (Corporate Services) Community and Growth Environment and Infrastructure |
| Rate Supported Operating and Capital Program (Water and Wastewater) |
| Police |
| Agencies, Boards and Commissions |
| Service Level and Council and Committee Requests |
| Ten-Year Capital Plan |
| 2024 Draft Budget Key Dates |
| Stay informed on the Town of Midland's budget process. |
| September 1, 2023 to October 10, 2023 - Budget Survey |
| Survey ran from September 1 to October 10. Thank you to everyone who responded and provided input. Results will be included on the Draft Budget Binder. |
| December 6, 2023 - Draft 2024 Budget Presentation at Council |
| The Draft 2024 Budget Presentation will take place at the Regular Council meeting. |
| December 11, 2023 - Draft Budget released to the Public |
| The 2024 Draft Budget will be posted on the Town website for public view. |
| December 13, 2023 to January 19, 2024 - Public and Council Q&A Period |
| Your opportunity to review the budget and ask questions. |
| January 17, 2024 - Draft Budget Public Meeting |
| Attend or watch the public meeting, and provide comments to Council. |
| January 30 - February 1, 2024 - Council Budget Deliberations and Adoption |
| Town Council meet with Staff to discuss and consider approval of the 2024 Draft Budget. |
| January 30 - February 1, 2024 - Agencies, Boards and Commissions Presentations |
| During Council Budget Deliberations, ABC's present budget requests to Council. |
| February 1, 2024 - Budget Approval |
| The 2024 Operating and Capital budgets were approved by Council. |
Your tax dollars at work in our community!
Winter Maintenance
Caring for the roads and sidewalks during the snowy months, comes directly from the Town budget. Staff work around the clock to keep the roads safe.
Emergency Services
The Town budget supports emergency services like Fire, Police and Paramedics. Ensuring residents have access to safe and efficient services are made possible by the Town budget.
Renewal of Core Infrastructure
The replacement of aging infrastructure ensures that the community will continue to benefit from reliable and safe roads, sidewalks, and underground pipes.
Community and Special Events
Creating opportunities for residents to enjoy their own home in a different light fosters a sense of community. Town budget allows for special events, which additionally boasts Tourism and supports our local businesses.
Budget FAQ
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What are Budget documents? |
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Budget documents will outline a municipality's financial story and set spending targets for municipal programs, services and initiatives. The Budget is an important element for transparency and communication between Town and citizens. |
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What is an Operating Budget? |
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The Operating Budget supports the Town plans for day-to-day operations, including salaries, utilities and supplies to perform Town services. |
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What is a Capital Budget? |
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Capital Budget is where the Town plans for the future, identifies how to pay for integral infrastructure projects, addresses community need, as well as Council directions and goals. |
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How are my taxes spent? |
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Property taxes are the primary source of funding for services. Other sources include grants, user fees and reserves. Total 2023 Budget:
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What is the Sustainable Levy? |
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This levy represents an investment by Council in the long-term financial sustainability of the community through a Sustainable Capital Infrastructure Renewal Fund. This fund will address medium and long-term asset replacement needs. |
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How are my taxes calculated? |
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A property assessment is completed by MPAC, which is multiplied by the tax rate set by the Town, County and Province, then would get you to your total taxes. |