The Town of Saugeen Shores has amended the 2026 business plan, transferring $470,000 from the Tax Stabilization Reserve.
This move will reduce the proposed tax increase from 2.2 per cent to 0.6 per cent excluding police.
The amended budget also includes a $19 reduction to the Waste Management Fixed Fee and the planned annual increase to the Future Infrastructure Special Levy of $49 for the average household.
“Costs are rising for the Town, just as they are for residents and local businesses,” said Mayor Luke Charboneau.
“To help in the year ahead, Council has chosen to draw from our Tax Stabilization Reserve to reduce the municipal tax increase. This provides temporary relief from higher costs while we continue to invest responsibly in core services and infrastructure—building a community that makes life better for everyone.”
The business plan includes expanding housing options, implementing recommendations from the Municipal Healthcare Review and advancing climate action through FCM Partners for Climate Protection and the 10,000 tree initiative.