Aug. 22, 2024 — City of Burlington

Preparation for the 2025 budget is underway, with all residents and business owners invited to provide their input. The city’s public engagement opportunities include pre-budget consultation sessions hosted by Mayor Meed Ward, an online survey, a telephone town hall, council and Committee of the Whole meetings, a Get Involved Burlington webpage, and the Food for Feedback event on Sept 14, 2024.

Each year, the City of Burlington reviews the annual budget to make sure the city has the funds needed for city operations, programs, and services. These investments maintain a high quality of life for Burlington residents and businesses.

This year, there are four main principles to help balance today’s expenses while investing in our future: 

  • Affordability 
  • Livability 
  • Sustainability 
  • Transparency 

Residents and business owners are also invited to share their input at the in-person Food for Feedback event on Sept. 14, 2024.

It’s vital to hear from residents as we prepare the 2025 budget. The annual budget reflects our priorities as a community. Your views help shape how council will amend and ultimately vote. As I prepare the budget for consideration by the public and council, my plan is to focus on four key areas: Affordability, Livability, Sustainability and Transparency. I encourage you to take advantage of the many opportunities to share your input.

Mayor Marianne Meed Ward

Mayor’s pre-budget consultations
Attend the mayor’s consultations to give feedback on the budget in person. All are welcome.

Wednesday, Sept. 11, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Port Nelson United Church, 3132 South Dr.

Monday, Sept. 23, 7 to 8:30 p.m., La Salle Park Pavilion, 50 North Shore Blvd. E.

Tuesday, Sept. 24, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Haber Recreation Centre, 3040 Tim Dobbie Dr., Room 1

Wednesday, Sept. 25, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Central Arena, 519 Drury Ln., Auditorium

Thursday, Oct. 3, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Appleby Ice Centre, 1201 Appleby Line, Community Room 1

Tuesday, Oct. 8, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Brant Hills Community Centre, 2255 Brant St., Community Room 1

2025 Budget Get Involved page and survey
This page has updates on the budget and opportunities to provide feedback. Residents and business owners can share their feedback through the 2025 Budget Survey. This feedback will help the City to understand how they prioritize and value City services. The survey is open until Oct. 9, 2024.

Budget process and key dates
June 10 — Committee of the Whole meeting
Staff presented the 2025 Financial Needs and Multi-Year Forecast Reference Document to Committee of the Whole. The mayor will refer to this document as she develops her budget.

Sept. 13 — Draft 2025 Budget
City provides summary of the draft 2025 budget for public consultation and input. 

Oct. 25 — Mayor’s Proposed Budget Report posted

Nov. 4 — Burlington City Council Meeting
The mayor, under the Strong Mayors legislation, will present the 2025 proposed budget to Burlington City Council. Council members can bring amendments to the budget for a council vote. The public will be given time to review and provide input on the proposed budget.

Nov.  7 — Budget Telephone Town Hall
Residents can join the call starting at 7 p.m. to ask questions about the 2025 proposed budget. The telephone town will be hosted by Mayor Meed Ward and run until 8:30 p.m. Visit www.getinvolvedburlington.ca/2025-budget for details.

Nov. 18 and 21 — Budget Committee Meetings

Nov. 25 — Special Council Meeting for budget approval.