2026 Consolidated Budget will invest over $11 million in roads, sidewalks and infrastructure improvements

Scugog – On November 17, 2025, Scugog Council and Staff hosted an all-day Special Council meeting, covering the Mayor’s Draft 2026 Consolidated Budget. During this meeting, Directors and Managers from each department presented their 2026 projects and previous-year expenses to determine what is required for their 2026 Operating and Capital budgets.

While the budget has not yet been fully adopted, the meeting concluded with a 2026 tax levy of $21,690,700. If the budget is adopted as it stands, residents can expect a property tax increase of approximately 5.54% (4% for infrastructure levy; 1.54% for general levy). Please note that this 5.54% increase applies only to Scugog services, which make up 33% of your total tax bill. The balance of your tax bill is 56% for Durham Region services and 11% for education.

The Township is awaiting updated assessment information from MPAC, which is expected to be reported early in December. It is anticipated that additional assessment growth in the Township will lower the estimated 5.54% Scugog tax increase. It is anticipated that the budget will be deemed adopted by the end of November and will take effect on January 1, 2026, including any changes due to the assessment. Further budget information will be provided before the end of the year.

Interested parties can view the presentation slides and livestream recording. Learn more about the 2026 Consolidated Budget at my.scugog.ca/budget

Quote: Mayor Wilma Wotten        

“This is the first consolidated budget under the new Strong Mayor legislation, and I am proud of the work that was accomplished. A Strong Mayor budget provides Mayors an opportunity to be directly involved in setting the target and shaping the budget. I am pleased to see that the staff delivered a budget that came in below the target. I thank my fellow council members for their work reviewing and amending areas of the capital program, especially to ensure a balanced portfolio of projects. We have come in under the cost of living for the Township’s share of the total tax bill. We are maintaining our services and investing over $11 million towards roads and infrastructure.”

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