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Province Activates Disaster Recovery Assistance to Support Residents in Burlington
Posted on Friday, November 29, 2024 11:10 AM
Burlington, Ont.—Nov. 29, 2024— The City of Burlington is pleased to announce that the Ontario government is activating the Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians (DRAO) program. This will provide much needed support for residents in designated areas of Burlington alongside creeks after flooding in July. The City welcomes this important financial support.
The DRAO program is administered by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH) and provides financial assistance to individuals, small owner-operated businesses, farmers and not-for-profit organizations after a natural disaster.
Earlier today, the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing announced that designated areas in Burlington that were affected by flooding alongside creeks are eligible to apply for funding through the DRAO program. Within the activation areas, damage caused by sewer backup flooding is only eligible if a household is low-income as defined in the DRAO guidelines.
Following the July 15 and 16 flood,...
City Talk Winter 2024
Posted on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 09:17 AM
City Talk is the City of Burlington's publication featuring City news and updates.
In this issue of City Talk- Message from the Mayor
- Ward 1 update
- Ward 2 update
- Ward 3 update
- Ward 4 update
- Ward 5 update
- Ward 6 update
- Council composition ward boundary review
- Housing strategy update
- Have your say, Get Involved Burlington
- Public Engagement at the City
- 2025 Budget
- Alert Burlington
- Civic recognition honours outstanding volunteers
- Apply for a new business licence online
- AI tools speed up development approvals
- Snow events
- A plan to increase housing options
- Happy Holidays - holiday closures
- Subscribe for City news
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Visit Get Involved Burlington for the latest City projects and initiatives that need community ideas and feedback. This online engagement portal is updated regularly. There is a calendar of upcoming engagement...
Burlington Celebrates Provincial Funding for New Mental Health Unit at Joseph Brant Hospital
Posted on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 04:56 PM
Burlington, Ont.—Nov. 26, 2024— The City of Burlington is pleased to share the Ontario government's announcement this week of funding for a new mental health unit at Joseph Brant Hospital. This investment reflects Burlington City Council's ongoing commitment to enhancing mental health and addiction services for residents and addressing critical gaps in care.
The Province’s funding follows sustained advocacy by Burlington City Council. In October 2021, Council directed Mayor Marianne Meed Ward to write to the Premier of Ontario, local Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs), the Prime Minister, Members of Parliament (MPs), and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to champion Joseph Brant Hospital’s Mental Health and Addictions Redevelopment Project. In September 2024, City Council supported a motion calling on provincial and federal governments to commit to immediate action to solve the Humanitarian Crisis that Ontario is facing as the numbers of unhoused individuals and those...
2025 Budget Completed
Posted on Monday, November 25, 2024 06:41 PM
At the Nov. 25 Special Council Meeting, Burlington City Council completed review of the 2025 budget. The Mayor has issued a Mayoral Decision to end the veto period. By ending the veto period, the budget, as amended by Council, is “deemed approved” in accordance with Ont. regulation.
The 2025 budget includes a 7.51 per cent increase in the City’s portion of budget funded by property taxes. When combined with Halton Region’s projected increase of 6 per cent and no change from the Boards of Education, this results in an overall blended tax increase of 5.76 per cent. For urban residential properties, this means an increase of $52.91 for every $100,000 of assessed property value.
Council completes work on the 2025 budget which addresses Burlington’s current and future needs
Posted on Monday, November 25, 2024 06:40 PM
Burlington, Ont.—Nov. 25, 2024 - Today, Burlington City Council completed their deliberations on the 2025 budget during a Special Council Meeting. Built on four guiding principles - affordability, livability, sustainability, and transparency - the budget addresses immediate needs while laying the groundwork for long-term growth and resilience.
The 2025 budget strikes a balance between maintaining fiscal responsibility and investing in essential services and infrastructure. Key funding has been allocated for initiatives such as the low-income property tax relief program, fee subsidies, flood relief, and green infrastructure projects, ensuring income is not a barrier to participation and preparing the city for future climate challenges. Investments also include improvements to transit, road maintenance, parks, and recreation facilities to enhance daily life in Burlington.
Public feedback informed the development of this budget, providing valuable insights into residents' priorities and concerns....
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