North Grenville approves 2026 budget with smaller tax increase and major community investments

Officials say the municipality enters 2026 with strong financial reserves and a balanced long-term plan

Council in North Grenville has approved the municipality’s 2026 budget, lowering the proposed residential tax rate increase to 1.9 per cent while committing to major investments in infrastructure and community services.

Municipal officials say the increase equals about $39 annually for a home assessed at $300,000. When combined with county and school board taxes, the overall increase is expected to remain under two per cent.

Mayor Nancy Peckford said the budget focuses on protecting quality of life while keeping spending responsible.

“This budget is about continuing to foster a quality of life that makes North Grenville such a special place to live,” Peckford said.

The plan includes investments in roads, recreation facilities, housing initiatives, public safety and community organizations. More than $2.5 million will support infrastructure work, including road rebuilds and repaving projects.

Funding will also support upgrades at Riverside Park, improvements at the North Grenville Municipal Centre and the continued redevelopment of Bell Hall at Kemptville Campus into 60 affordable housing units.

Officials say the municipality enters 2026 with strong financial reserves and a balanced long-term plan.