Owen Sound City Council has adopted the 2023 budget, adding about $36 to the average property tax bill.
The increase, 0.86 per cent, is the lowest in over 12 years.
The increase will cost the average homeowner in Owen Sound $3.03 a month in 2023.
Council and staff found over $720,000 in savings.
The total levy for both the capital and operating budgets is $33,140,000.
“Council and staff have worked hard to support various strategic priorities in the proposed 2023 City budget, the first of this term of Council. It reflects the balance of the cost of living and inflation with providing our residents with the service levels they expect from us and rely upon,” said Mayor Ian Boddy.
City council and staff work on the budget throughout the year, gaining feedback through surveys and public meetings. The development of master plans also helps identify priorities and service levels.