WHITEWATER REGION – Township council has approved the 2021 budget, which includes $5.5 million in capital expenditures.
The tax-supported budget, which was passed by Whitewater Region council Dec. 16, represents a municipal levy increase of 2.5 per cent with a 4 per cent decrease in operating expenses, according to a release issued by the township Dec. 17. The number of full-time staff within the township remains the same. Non-taxation revenue is expected to decrease due to COVID-19.
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The 2021 budget sees continued investment in infrastructure with a capital budget of $5.5 million. Council has also approved six summer student positions.
Renfrew, ON, Canada / 96.1 Renfrew Today
Dec 17, 2020 4:38 PM
Whitewater Region has approved the 2021 budget. Council approved the document at the December 16th meeting. The budget reflects a 2.5% increase to the levy with a 4% decrease in operating expenses.
Total expenses for Whitewater Region in 2021 are expected to be around $14.8-million with a capital budget of $5.5 million. Roughly $3.3-million will be spent on roads next year. The following road resurfacing projects have been approved:
Powers Road (double surface treatment) – $240,000
Kohlsmith Road (Marjorie to Mineview) – $100,000
Rapid Road in the vicinity of Vizena Trail to raise the road to prevent flooding – $50,000
Olmstead-Jeffrey Lake Road – $2.7-million