Hydro rate “cut” will cost us more over the long run, MPP Arnott says
On March 2, the Ontario Government announced a plan to lower hydro rates by 25% beginning this summer. In order to finance the rate cuts, the Government has extended the…
Puslinch joins county on gravel pit assessment appeal decision
by Mike Robinson. Councillors here are joining forces with Wellington County to appeal recent MPAC decisions regarding gravel pits. Following an in-camera meeting on Feb. 15, Puslinch council passed a…
Puslinch seeks clarification on property tax calculation for railways
by Mike Robinson. While it might not have much impact throughout most of Wellington County, a reexamining how railways are taxed could provide a financial windfall for Puslinch. On Feb….
Puslinch approves 2017 budget
ABERFOYLE – Puslinch council approved its 2017 operating and capital budget with a local 3% tax increase. For the median Puslinch residence of $582,500, the increase represents a $28.20 annual…
Wellington County Budget Will Push Up Property Taxes
Wellington County Council has adopted their 2017 budget which will increase the county portion of property taxes by 2.9%. The budget includes increased investment in roads capital infrastructure to address…