The City of Burlington's 2022 Proposed Budget identifies how we will pay for city services and new infrastructure projects in the year 2022.
Our budget books are posted as inaccessible PDF documents. If you require them in an alternative format or with communication supports, please submit an Accessible Document and Communication request.
Proposed Operating Budget
The City of Burlington's 2022 Proposed Operating Budget encapsulates our plans and investments made for day-to-day operations, including salaries, utilities and supplies to deliver City services.
How is the Operating Budget funded?
The Operating Budget is mainly funded from property taxes, but it can also include revenues from:
- Earnings on our investments
- Senior government subsidies, such as the provincial gas tax
- User fees and charges, such as recreation fees, parking fines, business licences and building permits
Proposed Capital Budget
The City of Burlington's 2022 Proposed Capital Budget identifies how we pay for City infrastructure projects, such as road reconstruction, park improvements and public buildings.
During the Capital Budget process, we consider:
- The City's Asset Management Plan
- Financing capabilities
- Community needs and feedback
- Council directions
- Goals outlined in the City's Strategic Plan
What is a capital project?
A capital project helps maintain or improve a City asset (or infrastructure), including:
- Major maintenance or rehabilitation projects
- New construction, expansion, renovation or replacement projects for existing facilities
- Purchases of major equipment
Costs can include:
- Architectural planning
- Contract services
- Cost of land
- Engineering
Budget Open Data
View our Budget Open Data application, which displays the City's budget data in an accessible, easy-to-understand format using charts, tables and graphs. The application also helps drive greater government accountability and fiscal transparency.