MattersFinanceBYLAW NOS. 2281 & 2282First seen Apr 20, 2026Last discussed May 12, 2026
2026–2030 financial plan and tax rates
AdoptedThe five-year financial plan sets out projected revenues and spending for 2026–2030, while the tax rates determine property taxes for 2026. Together, they guide city services and investments and set the municipal tax levy residents pay.
Where it stands: Both bylaws adopted May 12, 2026.
Governing bylawNo. 2281
Financial Plan for 2026-2030 BylawLangford’s 2026–2030 financial plan sets out the City’s projected revenues, spending, debt payments and transfers, alongside its revenue and property-tax policies. It identifies property taxes as the City’s main revenue source and explains how tax exemptions may be considered.
Background
Earlier and later steps of the same initiative.
Feb 11, 2026
2026–2030 financial plan and tax options
A presentation concerns the proposed 2026–2030 financial plan and options for reducing the proposed 2026 tax increase. The options matter because they show alternatives for the city’s budget and the tax increase residents may face.
Feb 11, 2026
2026–2030 financial plan
The proposed five-year financial plan covers 2026 through 2030. It sets out the city’s planned finances for that period, shaping the funding available for services and other priorities.
Feb 24, 2026 – Apr 7, 2026
2026–2030 financial plan
The amended budget sets a 10.47% proposed municipal property-tax increase for 2026 and funds City services and capital work. It includes funding for four additional RCMP officers, with two to be hired immediately, and shifts $155,000 to temporary power for Bear Mountain Parkway.
Mar 17, 2026
Public input on the 2026 budget
The City received 383 survey responses and other feedback on its proposed 2026–2030 Financial Plan. The input gives residents a way to raise questions and concerns about the City’s planned spending and revenues.
Timeline
Every time this matter appeared in council records, newest first.
Financial plan and 2026 tax rate bylaws adopted
Council adopted the 2026–2030 Financial Plan Bylaw (No. 2281) and the 2026 Tax Rates Bylaw (No. 2282).
Discussion
Councillors debated the content and impacts of the budget: speakers highlighted capital investments (sidewalks, arts & culture centre, child care), youth funding and community services, noted the trade-offs of tax increases, and emphasized the robust public process; council then adopted both bylaws.
Decision: Adopted the 2026-2030 financial plan and 2026 tax rates bylaws.
Adopted 5–0
First three readings for financial plan and tax rate bylaws
Council gave readings to the 2026–2030 Financial Plan and Tax Rates bylaws and will consider adoption at a later meeting; public expressed concerns over tax increases and service priorities.
Discussion
Members of the public raised concerns about recent cumulative tax increases; council discussed priorities including parks, youth programming and public safety and proceeded with readings while reserving adoption for a later meeting.
Decision: Gave 1st-3rd readings to the 2026-2030 Financial Plan and Tax Rates bylaws, adoption pending.
Passed