2020 Budget
Each year, the City of Burlington undergoes an annual budget process to create budgets that support city operations and deliver the programs and services required to maintain the high quality of life we enjoy in our community.
Through the budget process, choices are made to ensure the City services provided to residents align with the priorities in Burlington’s 2018-2022 strategic work plan.
Work to determine the 2020 is underway.
2020 Budget Framework
On Monday, July 8, 2019, the 2020 Budget Framework report (F-28-19) was presented to Burlington City Council at a meeting of the Committee of the Whole. The report provides an understanding of the parameters upon which staff will prepare the 2020 Budget.
It highlights the budget drivers that impact the 2020 Budget and outlines the principles that have been recognized by Council as important policy decisions.
Get Involved
Stay up to date on upcoming budget meetings and opportunities to share your input about the 2020 budget priorities at www.getinvolvedburlington.ca
2019 Approved Budget
Approved 2019 Operating Budget
On March 25, 2019, Burlington City Council approved the city’s 2019 operating budget of $166.0 million, resulting in a city tax increase of 2.99% and an overal increase of 1.94% when combined with the Region of Halton and Boards of Education. A home assessed at $500,000 will see a tax increase of $75.40 for the year.
Approved 2019 Capital Budget
On Feb. 25, 2019, Burlington City Council approved the city’s 2019 capital budget of $96.4 million, with a 10-year program of $819.0 million.
Seventy two per cent of the 10-year capital budget will be invested in renewing Burlington’s aging infrastructure in accordance with the renewal funding strategy outlined in the city’s Asset Management Plan.
2019 Budget Engagement
A Telephone Town Hall was hosted by Mayor Meed Ward on Feb. 7, 2019 - Read the transcript or listen below.
A summary of the public engagement for the 2019 Proposed Budget can be found in staff report F-07-19
Past Budgets
Budget Basics
Have you ever wondered how the City of Burlington determines its annual budget? Our new budget basics video has got you covered.
Long-Term Financial Planning
Learn more about the City of Burlington's strategic financial objectives and how they help manage the city's finances while planning for the future.
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