New and increased user fees take effect Feb. 1
Brockville City Council has adopted the city’s 2026 municipal budget, keeping 2025 service levels while moving ahead with planned capital projects. The approved budget includes a 3.99 per cent increase to the average residential property tax bill, or about $172 per year for a home assessed at $250,000.
Council received Mayor Matt Wren’s budget on Jan. 2, starting the amendment period under Ontario’s Strong Mayor Powers. After several meetings and presentations, the amendment period ended Jan. 22. Mayor Wren shortened the veto period on Jan. 26, allowing final approval Jan. 27.
The budget supports priorities such as administering the 2026 municipal election, building pickleball courts, extending the Brock Trail, modernizing planning permits and upgrading parks and arena booking systems.
City officials say the plan balances rising costs with affordability. New and increased user fees take effect Feb. 1, 2026. Council will monitor implementation through regular reports.
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