Budget and Finances
The budget sets goals and guides decision on what to purchase, build, and repair.
Budget 2022 |
Key Dates and Public Input Opportunities
If you cannot attend these public meetings, submit your comments to the Clerk's Office at clerk.greffe@russell.ca or by mail to 717 Notre Dame Street, Embrun K0A 1W1. |
Budget 2021 |
Council adopted the 2021 Budget on Monday, November 2, 2020. The budget includes a tax increase of 2.5% and a reduction in flat fee water and sewer rates. See our Paving and Capital Projects page for more information on upcoming construction. Due to the complexity of tables in this document, it may not be compatible with all assistive technologies. If you require this document in an accessible format, please contact us and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs. |
About the Budget: Capital and Operational Expenses |
The annual budget decides how much money goes towards the priorities listed in our Strategic Plan, Business Plan, and requests from the community throughout the year. Like your own personal budget, our budget is divided into two sections – operating and capital. Operating BudgetThe operating budget covers day-to-day spending. In your home, these would be things like gas or groceries. For the Township, it includes:
Capital BudgetThe capital budget pays for new projects or upgrades. These are things like renovations or new appliances for your home. For the Township, capital expenses include:
See our Paving and Capital Projects page for more information on this year's expected projects. |
Who Decides What's Included in the Budget? |
We consider many things when making each year's budget, including:
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Budget Process & Approval |
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Financial Reports and Statements
The following public documents are available by request to our Finance Department:
- Financial Statements
- Financial Information Returns (FIR)
- Statements on Renumeration and Expenses of Members of Council