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DocumentsStaff ReportFeb 24, 2026Pages 14–53

Proposed 2026-2030 Financial Plan (DRAFT) — full plan

Original PDF

Full proposed Five‑Year Financial Plan document (DRAFT as at February 10, 2026) presenting strategic alignment, proposed operating budgets, department program summaries, tax change tables, capital program and reserve projections.

6.1 Proposed 2026-2030 Five-Year Financial Plan

Key facts

  • Document title/date: Proposed 2026–2030 Financial Plan (DRAFT) as at February 10, 2026
  • Proposed 2026 Total Property Taxes (per operating summary): $74,100,290 (municipal portion shown)
  • Proposed 2026 Capital Budget total: $56,517,590 (2026 capital summary)
  • Operating Revenues 2026 (total): $101,997,790 (detailed in revenue table)
  • Operating Expenses 2026 (total): $101,997,790 (balanced)

Proposed 2026-2030 Financial Plan

As at February 10, 2026

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Land Acknowledgment

The City of Langford acknowledges and honours the traditional territories of the Coast Salish, specifically Xwsepsum (Esquimalt First Nation), Lekwungen (Songhees), Sc’ianew (Beecher Bay), and the W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples represented by the Tsartlip, Pauquachin, Tsawout, Tseycum, and Malahat Nations. We thank them for sharing this beautiful land.

CITY OF LANGFORD

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Contents

  • Land Acknowledgment
  • Council Strategic Plan
  • Commonly Asked Questions
  • Historical Property Tax Information
  • Proposed Tax Change
  • Proposed Operating Budget
    • Proposed 2026 – 2030 Operating Budget
    • Proposed Operating Revenues
    • Building Services
    • Community Planning and Development
    • Engineering and Public Works
    • Langford Fire Rescue Services and the Emergency Program
    • Fiscal Services
    • General Government
    • Parks, Recreation and Facilities
    • Police (RCMP), and Community Safety and Municipal Bylaw Enforcement
  • Proposed Capital Budget
    • Proposed 2026-2030 Capital Budget
    • 2026 Capital Budget
    • 2027 Capital Budget
    • 2028 Capital Budget
    • 2029 Capital Budget
    • 2030 Capital Budget
  • Reserves

CITY OF LANGFORD

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Council Strategic Plan

In 2023, City of Langford Council approved a Five-Year Strategic Plan. The Plan reflects Council’s six strategic priority areas, and individual objectives in each of those areas. For each objective, the Plan sets out an estimated timeline and whether the objective is currently funded, partially funded or not funded. The Strategic Plan is a significant guiding document in the development of the Five-Year Financial Plan.

To review the Five-Year Strategic Plan, visit Langford.ca/StrategicPlan

Strategic Priorities

  • STRATEGIC PRIORITY ONE: Sustainable Development
  • STRATEGIC PRIORITY TWO: Climate Change and Environmental Stewardship
  • STRATEGIC PRIORITY THREE: Economic Development
  • STRATEGIC PRIORITY FOUR: Transportation
  • STRATEGIC PRIORITY FIVE: Good Governance
  • STRATEGIC PRIORITY SIX: Quality of Life
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Commonly Asked Questions

What is a Financial Plan and is it required?

A Financial Plan is a document created by the City that sets a five-year operating and capital budget. These budgets take into consideration Council’s Strategic Plan while ensuring service level standards and the community’s priorities are met.

Prior to May 15 each year, Council must adopt both a Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw and a Property Tax Rates Bylaw.

What is an operating budget?

The operating budget covers the ongoing, day-to-day expenses the City incurs to provide programs and services to the residents of Langford. Examples of these items include fire and police services, roads and park structures maintenance, bylaw enforcement, building inspections, and staff salaries.

How is the operating budget funded?

Langford’s operating budget is funded through property tax revenue, user fees and permits, grants, investments, and transfers from various reserves.

What is a capital budget?

The capital budget outlines the City’s acquisition, construction, and replacement of capital assets. Examples of these projects include vehicle and equipment replacement, construction of roads, park structures, trail improvements, and land acquisition.

How are capital projects funded?

Funding sources for capital projects range from reserves, Development Cost Charges, grants, debt financing, developer contributions, and property taxes.

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Historical Property Tax Information

Where Your Total Property Tax Bill Went in 2025 (Source: Government of British Columbia, Municipal taxes and charges on a representative house (2025) – Province of British Columbia – Accessed February 3, 2026)

  • 46.62% General Municipal + Police + Debt
  • 25.70% Provincial School
  • 10.51% Capital Regional District
  • 8.72% BC Transit
  • 2.86% West Shore Parks & Recreation
  • 2.39% Capital Regional Hospital District
  • 2.46% Greater Victoria Public Library
  • 0.74% BC Assessment Authority (BCAA) & Municipal Finance Authority (MFA)

How Did Langford Compare to Other CRD and Similar Sized Municipalities in 2025?

Table (two columns: Municipality | 2025) — note: in source the list shows comparisons of municipalities with two columns that appear to be two sets; include as presented:

Municipality 2025
Sooke 2,022
North Saanich 2,059
Metchosin 2,122
North Cowichan 2,123
Courtenay 2,189
Sidney 2,444
Highlands 2,455
Campbell River 2,480
View Royal 2,502
Langford 2,641
Penticton 2,664
Colwood 2,678
West Kelowna 2,982
Mission 3,022
Central Saanich 3,127
Average 3,183
Langley 3,194
Esquimalt 3,675
North Vancouver 4,001
Saanich 4,002
Victoria 4,065
Port Moody 4,792
Oak Bay 6,179
West Vancouver 6,338

(Second column of comparisons shown in the original document:)

Municipality 2025
Metchosin 4,636
Langford 4,856
Vernon 5,178
View Royal 5,233
Colwood 5,281
Highlands 5,305
Sooke 5,307
North Cowichan 5,459
Sidney 5,658
Courtenay 5,717
Penticton 5,740
Campbell River 5,800
North Saanich 5,890
Esquimalt 6,022
Mission 6,145
Central Saanich 6,580
Average 6,716
West Kelowna 6,830
Langley 6,977
Victoria 7,498
Saanich 7,933
North Vancouver 8,547
Port Moody 9,315
Oak Bay 11,547
West Vancouver 13,721
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Proposed Tax Change

Property Taxes

2025 Budget 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Municipal Tax
General & Police 50,532,690 59,151,630 64,313,020 68,116,460 71,252,770 75,976,740
General - West Shore Parks and Recreation 3,422,720 3,669,170 3,779,250 3,892,630 4,009,410 4,129,690
General - Greater Victoria Public Library 2,941,210 3,312,700 3,412,080 3,514,440 3,619,870 3,728,470
General - Debt 1,300,000 2,900,000 4,000,000 4,455,000 5,605,000 5,605,000
General - Debt - Westhills Langford Aquatic Centre 4,009,520 2,266,790 6,241,690 7,567,570 8,967,570 1,360,520
General - Woodlands Park 0 2,800,000 0 0 0 7,607,060
Total Property Taxes 62,206,140 74,100,290 81,746,040 87,546,100 93,454,620 98,407,480
Non-market change revenue 3,013,000 2,479,707 1,800,000 1,800,000 1,800,000 1,800,000
Property Taxes - for calculation of tax increase (net of Non-market change) 59,193,140 71,620,583 79,946,040 85,746,100 91,654,620 96,607,480

Tax Increase (Draft)

  • 2026: 15.13%
  • 2027: 7.89%
  • 2028: 4.89%
  • 2029: 4.69%
  • 2030: 3.37%
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Proposed Operating Budget

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Proposed 2026 – 2030 Operating Budget

Operating Revenues and Expenses (Summary)

2025 Budget 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Operating Revenues
Property Taxes 62,206,140 74,100,290 81,746,040 87,546,100 93,454,620 98,407,480
Other Taxation Revenues 2,511,470 2,476,790 5,179,050 5,202,980 5,227,620 5,252,970
Transfers from Reserves and Surplus 7,292,990 3,177,880 817,300 664,140 614,710 704,510
Licenses and Permits 4,796,900 4,742,000 4,742,500 4,743,000 4,678,500 4,679,000
Other Revenue 13,195,440 15,901,890 15,640,100 15,841,470 16,046,600 16,287,380
Unconditional Grants 430,000 440,000 453,200 466,800 480,800 495,220
Conditional Grants 876,500 1,158,940 892,020 907,940 924,230 885,610
Total Operating Revenues 91,309,440 101,997,790 109,470,210 115,372,430 121,427,080 126,712,170
Operating Expenses
Building Inspection Services 966,950 1,162,740 1,411,220 1,475,480 1,557,290 1,605,720
Community Planning & Development 3,336,620 3,161,510 2,213,270 2,331,240 2,464,900 2,549,500
Engineering & Public Works 10,185,200 10,708,670 11,011,060 10,879,100 11,274,050 11,725,070
Fire Rescue Services and the Emergency Program 8,462,620 9,907,370 10,192,830 10,630,030 11,171,400 11,453,660
Fiscal Services 13,485,250 14,401,340 19,481,930 21,782,340 23,522,170 24,828,830
General Government 11,795,500 12,744,300 12,865,900 13,356,100 13,834,180 14,319,400
Greater Victoria Public Library* 3,242,460 3,471,700 3,575,840 3,683,120 3,793,610 3,907,430
Parks, Recreation, & Facilities 14,960,000 18,288,920 18,640,590 19,202,460 19,743,800 20,185,280
Police & CSME** 20,866,710 24,361,600 26,174,240 28,012,130 29,924,640 31,872,010
West Shore Parks & Recreation* 4,008,130 3,789,640 3,903,330 4,020,430 4,141,040 4,265,270
Total Operating Expenses 91,309,440 101,997,790 109,470,210 115,372,430 121,427,080 126,712,170

*Greater Victoria Public Library and West Shore Parks & Recreation operating expenses are included within the Parks, Recreation, & Facilities Department overview on pages 24 and 25.
** CSME is Community Safety and Municipal Bylaw Enforcement

Operating Expenses (pie chart breakdown in original)

  • 23.88% Police (RCMP), and CSME**
  • 17.93% Parks, Recreation, & Facilities
  • 14.13% Fiscal Services
  • 12.49% General Government
  • 10.50% Engineering & Public Works
  • 9.71% Fire Rescue Services and the Emergency Program
  • 3.72% West Shore Parks & Recreation*
  • 3.40% Greater Victoria Public Library*
  • 3.10% Community Planning & Development
  • 1.14% Building Inspection Services
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Proposed Operating Revenues

Property Tax Revenues and Non-Tax Revenue (Detailed)

2025 Budget 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Property Tax Revenues
General & Police 50,532,690 59,151,630 64,313,020 68,116,460 71,252,770 75,976,740
General - West Shore Parks and Recreation 3,422,720 3,669,170 3,779,250 3,892,630 4,009,410 4,129,690
General - Greater Victoria Public Library 2,941,210 3,312,700 3,412,080 3,514,440 3,619,870 3,728,470
General - Debt 1,300,000 2,900,000 4,000,000 4,455,000 5,605,000 5,605,000
General - Debt - Westhills Langford Aquatic Centre 4,009,520 2,266,790 6,241,690 7,567,570 8,967,570 1,360,520
General - Woodlands Park - 2,800,000 - - - 7,607,060
Parcel Tax - LSA 1,743,010 1,670,460 4,345,460 4,345,460 4,345,460 4,345,460
Grant in Lieu 200,000 256,000 263,500 271,220 279,180 287,370
1% Utility Tax 568,460 550,330 570,090 586,300 602,980 620,140
Total Property Tax Revenues 64,717,610 76,577,080 86,925,090 92,749,080 98,682,240 103,660,450
Non-Tax Revenue
Total Licences & Permits 4,796,900 4,742,000 4,742,500 4,743,000 4,678,500 4,679,000
Total Rentals 411,540 374,300 347,890 320,150 291,170 260,920
Total Interest Income 600,000 600,000 500,000 500,000 500,000 500,000
Total Penalties & Interest On Taxes 590,000 740,000 762,200 785,060 808,620 832,880
Total Commercial Leasing 158,270 128,000 120,000 112,000 104,000 95,070
Total Casino 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000 1,400,000
Total Other Revenue 10,035,630 12,659,590 12,510,010 12,724,260 12,942,810 13,198,510
Total Unconditional Grants 430,000 440,000 453,200 466,800 480,800 495,220
Total Conditional Grants 876,500 1,158,940 892,020 907,940 924,230 885,610
Total Transfers From Reserve Funds 1,723,920 988,670 472,300 424,140 394,710 504,510
Total Transfers From Reserve Accounts & Surplus 5,569,070 2,189,210 345,000 240,000 220,000 200,000
Total Non-Tax Revenue 26,591,830 25,420,710 22,545,120 22,623,350 22,744,840 23,051,720
Total Revenues 91,309,440 101,997,790 109,470,210 115,372,430 121,427,080 126,712,170
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Building Services

The Building Services Department is responsible for ensuring compliance with the British Columbia Building Code and other building regulations, including the City of Langford’s Building Bylaw. Department responsibilities include conducting on-site inspections of new construction, commercial tenant improvements, residential renovations, reviewing building permit submissions, and reviewing business license applications for compliance with the Building Bylaw’s safety requirements. The City regulates construction for health, safety, and the protection of persons and property. A building permit is required prior to the commencement of any construction or renovation project within the City. The Building Bylaw calls for inspections throughout the building process to ensure substantial compliance with the BC Building Code and compliance with zoning provisions.

Key Service Functions and Budget Initiatives for 2026

  • Ensure compliance with the BC Building Code.
  • Ensure compliance with Building Bylaw No. 1160, 2008.
  • Issue building permits.
  • Conduct on-site inspections.
  • Conduct plan reviews.

Key Stats from 2025

  • 764 PERMITS ISSUED
  • 1,157 RESIDENTIAL UNITS CREATED
    • SINGLE FAMILY HOMES 203
    • DUPLEXES 104
    • TOWNHOUSES 165
    • MULTIFAMILY 685

Budget Overview

2025 Budget 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Building Inspection Services 966,950 1,162,740 1,411,220 1,475,480 1,557,290
Building Inspection 966,950 1,162,740 1,411,220 1,475,480 1,557,290

(Detail components shown elsewhere: Building Inspection Administration, Building Fleet, Board of Variance — see detailed departmental page)

Bylaw No. 1160
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Community Planning and Development

The Community Planning and Development Department oversees a broad range of responsibilities, including Building Services, Development Services, and Community Planning. Building Services is outlined separately in the previous section. Development manages land development processes, including applications for rezoning, development permits, development variance permits, temporary use permits, subdivision, and business licenses. Community Planning focuses on long-range planning and initiatives that address sustainable development, urban design, housing, climate action, social planning, the environment, and overall quality of life. Department staff provide professional and technical advice on current and future land uses, evolving provincial legislation, and regional planning initiatives. They ensure that the Official Community Plan reflects community goals, aligns with city-building best practices, and is integrated into the policies, plans, and bylaws that guide growth and development.

Key Service Functions and Budget Initiatives for 2026

  • Update the Zoning Bylaw Off-Street Parking requirements.
  • Complete the Downtown On-Street Parking Strategy.
  • Update the Environmental Development Permit Area maps and guidelines.
  • Update the Design Guidelines, and consider recommendations for an Advisory Design Panel.
  • Complete the Climate Action Plan.
  • Convert the current Amenity Contribution and Attainable Housing Policies into Amenity Cost Charge, Density Bonus, and Inclusionary Zoning Bylaws.
  • Complete the Housing Strategy.
  • Review best practices and opportunities to enhance tenant assistance supports.
  • Oversee and monitor the City’s Affordable Housing and Attainable Home Ownership Programs.
  • Administer the Housing Target Order mandated by the Province.
  • Initiate the Placemaking Strategy.

Key Stats from 2025

  • 11 REZONING APPLICATIONS RECEIVED
  • 10 HOMES SOLD IN THE ATTAINABLE HOME OWNERSHIP PROGRAM
  • 16 BELOW-MARKET RENTAL HOMES WERE SECURED IN HOUSING AGREEMENTS COMPLETED
  • NEW OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN COMPLETED
  • ZONED LAND CAPACITY REVIEW OF THE ZONING BYLAW COMPLETED
  • 6 DEVELOPMENT VARIANCE PERMIT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED
  • 54 DEVELOPMENT PERMIT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED
  • 339 LOTS CREATED BY SUBDIVISION
  • 573 BUSINESS LICENSE APPLICATIONS RECEIVED

Budget Overview

2025 Budget 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Subdivision & Land Development 369,100 367,290 392,840 404,630 416,770
Planning 2,967,520 2,794,220 1,820,430 1,926,610 2,048,130
Total Community Planning & Development 3,336,620 3,161,510 2,213,270 2,331,240 2,464,900

(Planning detail components include Planning Administration, Zoning Bylaw Review, Official Community Plan, Affordable Housing)

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Engineering and Public Works

The Engineering and Public Works Department is responsible for managing and maintaining public infrastructure and ensuring the functionality, safety, and sustainability of public assets. The department works closely with the Ministry of Transportation and Transit, the Capital Regional District, School District #62, BC Transit, ICBC, Victoria Contracting and Municipal Maintenance Corporation, West Shore Environmental Services, and other utility providers. The Engineering Department consists of two distinct teams: construction and public works. The construction team is responsible for all construction activities related to land development and capital projects. The public works team is responsible for road network repairs including sidewalks, bike lanes, roadways, traffic signals operation, storm drainage, creek and waterway maintenance, street lighting upgrades, hanging baskets, and holiday lighting.

Key Service Functions and Budget Initiatives for 2026

  • Complete the Transportation Master Plan and Active Transportation Network Plan.
  • Update the Subdivision and Development Servicing Bylaw and Development Cost Charge Bylaws.
  • Implement the new Streets and Traffic Bylaw, Community Standards Bylaw, and Good Neighbour Policy.
  • Explore the establishment of a residential curbside garbage collection program.
  • Continue to improve and expand active transportation infrastructure through the Sidewalk Infill Program and Traffic Calming Policy.

Key Stats from 2025

  • 4.53 KMs OF ADDITIONAL ROAD INSTALLED FOR A TOTAL OF 426.53 KMS OF ROAD
  • 2,200 Ms OF SIDEWALK INSTALLED
  • 2,613 Ms OF BIKE LANE INCLUDES PAINTED BIKE LANES, PROTECTED BIKE LANES AND MULTIUSE PATHS
  • 497+ STORMWATER DEVICES CLEANED AND MAINTAINED
  • 7.6 KM+ STORMWATER PIPES CLEANED

Budget Overview

2025 Budget 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Engineering 2,926,230 2,901,250 2,811,410 2,903,580 3,052,640
Public Works 7,258,970 7,807,420 8,199,650 7,975,520 8,221,410
Total Engineering & Public Works 10,185,200 10,708,670 11,011,060 10,879,100 11,274,050

(Detail elements include Luxton Yard, Engineering Fleet, Christmas Decorations, Road Maintenance, Storm Drain Maintenance, Traffic Signals, Street Lights, etc.)

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Langford Fire Rescue Services and the Emergency Program

Langford Fire Rescue was established in 1947 to provide fire and rescue services for the City. It is a composite department comprised of career and paid-on-call members operating from three fire stations. The department’s operations include fire suppression, fire prevention, first response, auto extrication, water rescue, rope rescue, and high-angle technical rescue. The department also operates the Langford Emergency Program, which plans and trains for emergency mitigation, prevention, response, and recovery. Additionally, the department manages the Langford FireSmart program to reduce the risk of urban interface fires in the community.

Key Service Functions and Budget Initiatives for 2026

  • Conducting emergency call response.
  • Conducting fire and life safety awareness initiatives, including fire safety presentations, fire inspections, FireSmart assessments, and emergency preparedness information delivery.
  • Continued implementation of the Fire Master Plan.

Key Stats from 2025

  • CALL VOLUME IS UP 3% compared to 2024
  • FIRE HALL #2 HAS TRANSITIONED TO 24/7 STAFFING
  • VEHICLE FIRES HAVE INCREASED SIGNIFICANTLY IN 2025 AND A NEW HAZARD OF FIRES IN ELECTRIC VEHICLES NOW OCCURRING.
  • INCREASES TO MEDICAL CALLS, MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS, HAZMAT INCIDENTS AND ALARM BELLS CALLS, compared to 2024

Budget Overview

2025 Budget 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Fire Rescue Services 8,462,620 9,907,370 10,192,830 10,630,030 11,171,400
Total Fire Rescue Services 8,462,620 9,907,370 10,192,830 10,630,030 11,171,400

(Detail components: Fire Administration, Fire Fleet, Firefighter Training, Firefighting Force, Fire Stations, Communication Centre, Fire Equipment Maintenance, Emergency Measures)

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Fiscal Services

The fiscal services section of the Financial Plan includes three segments. The first, bank charges and interest, includes general bank charges and the interest portion of debt payments made by the City. The second segment, principal repayment, consists of the principal portion of debt payments made by the City. Lastly, transfers to city reserves consist of transfers from general operating revenue into the City’s various reserve accounts (effectively savings accounts) to be used in future years for various projects. The use of reserve accounts enables the City to ensure financial sustainability and manage the fluctuations of variable expenditures that occur from year to year.

Budget Overview

2025 Budget 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Bank Charges & Interest 990,000 1,623,680 3,002,070 3,000,360 2,998,580
Principal Repayment 1,097,010 1,636,620 8,002,150 7,113,030 10,719,610
Transfers to City Funds & Reserves 11,398,240 11,141,040 8,477,710 11,668,950 9,803,980
Total Fiscal Services 13,485,250 14,401,340 19,481,930 21,782,340 23,522,170

(Detail breakdown includes Interest and Principal by roads, water, facilities, recreation facilities; transfers to future expenditures, equipment reserve, police capital reserve, capital works reserve, etc.)

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General Government

The general government section of the Financial Plan includes the following departments:

General Government Administration

The Administration Department which includes the offices of the Chief Administrative Officers, oversees the following functions: community safety and municipal enforcement, human resources, legislative services, contracts and agreements, police services, communications and economic development, land acquisitions and dispositions, and oversight of significant City initiatives.

Corporate Services & Human Resources

Corporate Services includes a variety of functions for the City, including human resources, legislative services, police services, contracts and agreements, land acquisitions and dispositions and a variety of other administrative functions. Human Resources is responsible for the management of the City employee life cycle by supporting the recruitment and hiring, training and development, health and safety, and performance management of all City staff members. This is achieved through the development and management of policies and procedure guidelines, collective bargaining, and compensation and benefits. The HR department also leads human resources initiatives like diversity, equity, and inclusion training, leadership development, and succession planning programs.

Communications and Economic Development

The Communications and Economic Development department oversees the City’s economic development, communications, public engagement, tourism, arts and culture, and events-related needs. It facilitates City communications and public engagement initiatives, provides support to local businesses, establishes and manages the City’s tourism strategy, and coordinates, promotes, and supports community events.

Legislative Services & Records Management

The Legislative Services Department is responsible for facilitating, identifying, and managing City records, both on paper and digitally. The department provides legislative and clerical support to Council, and is responsible for preparing contracts, agreements, agendas, and minutes. Legislative Services also responds to Freedom of Information requests and property record requests.

Finance

The Finance Department is responsible for the financial management of the City’s financial activities. This includes adhering to all the accounting standards and statutory deadlines required of local governments. The department is also responsible for financial planning (budgets), financial reporting, property taxation, accounts payable and receivables, asset management, and payroll.

Information Technology & Geographic Information Systems

The Information Technology (IT) and Geographic Information System (GIS) Department is composed of two distinct teams. The IT team has a range of responsibilities, including network design and security, maintaining the City’s core business software (for permitting and financial functions) and the provisioning of desktop computers and mobile devices to City staff. The GIS team maintains corporate spatial data, such as addressing and asset data and applications. The IT and GIS teams procure and develop software or mapping applications to meet the organizations needs.

Common Services

The Common Services section of the budget contains corporate-wide costs, such as legal, insurance, office supplies, advertising, postage, telephone, and internet.

Budget Overview

2025 Budget 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Council - General 392,650 422,620 419,290 429,050 443,610
Council - Travel & Training 54,500 72,000 72,000 72,000 72,000
Council - Contingency 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000 200,000
Council - Election Costs - 135,000 33,750 33,750 33,750
Total Council 647,150 829,620 725,040 734,800 749,360
General Government Administration 7,828,550 7,974,330 8,403,700 8,685,550 9,017,890
General Government - Other 3,319,800 3,940,350 3,737,160 3,935,750 4,066,930
Total General Government 11,795,500 12,744,300 12,865,900 13,356,100 13,834,180

(General Government Administration includes City Hall, Rental Properties, Finance, Common Services, Asset Management, Network Administration, Legislative Services, GIS and Mapping, Database Management, etc.)

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Parks, Recreation, and Facilities

The Parks, Recreation, and Facilities Department is responsible for the design, implementation, management, and maintenance contract oversight of all City-owned parks, trails, and recreation infrastructure, as well as all other City-owned facilities. Some of the most notable amenities include the Jordie Lunn Bike Park, the Gravity Zone and Nature Trails, Starlight Stadium, Westhills Langford Aquatic Centre, City Center Park, Glen Lake Park, and Veterans Memorial Park.

This portion of the budget also includes the amounts the City contributes to the West Shore Parks and Recreation Society, and to the Greater Victoria Public Library.

Key Service Functions and Budget Initiatives for 2026

  • Construction of the Veterans Memorial Park expansion.
  • Completion and implementation of the Parks and Trails Master Plan.
  • Development of an overflow parking lot on Hockley Avenue for City Hall, including the installation of EV charging stations.
  • Updating the Development Cost Charge (DCC) Bylaw.

Key Stats from 2025

  • PARKS & BOULEVARD TREES MAINTAINED: 6,876
  • 1,120 M HIKING TRAILS
  • TOTAL GREEN SPACE AND PARKS: 2,453 ACRES
  • 3,746 M MULTI-USE TRAILS
  • 5,589 M MOUNTAIN BIKING TRAILS at the Langford Gravity Zone & Nature Trails
  • CITY OWNED PLAYGROUNDS: 30

Budget Overview

2025 Budget 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Parks, Recreation & Facilities 14,960,000 16,388,920 16,740,590 17,302,460 17,843,800
Westshore Parks & Recreation 3,543,130 3,789,640 3,903,330 4,020,430 4,141,040
Recreation Purchase of Service 465,000 1,900,000 1,900,000 1,900,000 1,900,000
Library Services 3,242,460 3,471,700 3,575,840 3,683,120 3,793,610
Total Parks, Recreation & Facilities 22,210,590 25,550,260 26,119,760 26,906,010 27,678,450

(Detail components: Parks Administration, Parks Fleet, Parks & Trails Maintenance, Natural Areas Management, Recreation Facilities, Boulevards - Parks, Facilities, Cultural Services, Recreation Purchase of Service.)

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Police (RCMP), and Community Safety and Municipal Bylaw Enforcement

West Shore RCMP

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) provides police protection for the City of Langford through the West Shore RCMP Detachment. Services are provided through a police service contract with the Province of B.C. The City’s portion of the policing resources allocated to the West Shore RCMP Detachment is funded 90% by the City of Langford and 10% by the Province.

The West Shore RCMP provides policing services to the City of Langford, the City of Colwood, the Town of View Royal, the District of Metchosin, the District of Highlands, Songhees First Nation, and the Xwsepsum (Esquimalt First Nation). The detachment building is jointly owned by the City of Langford, the City of Colwood, and the Town of View Royal, with the costs associated with the operation and maintenance of the building shared between the three owner municipalities. The City of Langford provides administrative services with regard to the ownership of the building. As required by the police service contract with the Province of B.C., the municipality provides municipal employees who work at the detachment.

In 2025, the City of Langford had an authorized strength of 74 RCMP officers and 33 municipal employees. Historically, the City of Langford has been responsible for the hiring and management of municipal employees on behalf of the Town of View Royal, and more recently, the District of Metchosin, while the City of Colwood hired and was responsible for the administration of their own RCMP municipal employees. Effective June 1, 2025, the City of Langford became the employer of record for all 42 municipal employees at the detachment. Colwood, View Royal and Metchosin each contribute to the costs on a proportional basis.

Community Safety and Municipal Bylaw Enforcement

The Community Safety and Municipal Bylaw Enforcement Department acts to ensure community standards are upheld by enforcing Council’s Regulatory Bylaws and by providing public education. Community Safety Officers monitor community public spaces by foot, bicycle, and by vehicle patrols and actively engage with members of the public, answering questions and providing important community information. The department works closely with many external agencies to provide the highest levels of service to ensure a safe and enjoyable community for all.

Key Stats from 2025 (West Shore RCMP and CSME)

  • CRIME RATE: 59.7 LANGFORD (74.0 PROVINCIAL AVERAGE)
  • CASE LOAD: 51 LANGFORD (69 PROVINCIAL AVERAGE)
  • CRIMINAL CODE OFFENCES PER CAPITA: 0.059 LANGFORD (0.085 AVERAGE*)
  • NUMBER OF ENFORCEMENT FILES OPENED: 1,469
  • NUMBER OF COMMUNITY SAFETY PATROLS: 510
  • NUMBER OF PARKING WARNINGS ISSUED: 2,073
  • NUMBER OF PARKING TICKETS ISSUED: 744
  • DAILY UNHOUSED EARLY MORNING WELLNESS CHECKS COMPLETED: 365

*not a provincial average, but average of all municipal police RCMP detachments, population of 15,000 or higher (Source: Police Resources in BC, 2023)

Budget Overview

2025 Budget 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Police Services (RCMP) 15,112,690 17,367,160 18,932,840 20,509,760 22,173,940
Police Building 2,187,900 2,469,380 2,543,160 2,619,170 2,697,440
E-Comm (Police Dispatch) 1,275,250 1,992,600 2,052,380 2,113,950 2,177,370
Total Police 18,917,900 22,200,440 23,910,820 25,636,800 27,454,500
CSME 1,310,850 1,495,760 1,548,070 1,669,410 1,713,060
CSME - Administration 47,620 32,600 33,580 34,600 35,640
CSME - Fleet 199,920 212,840 219,150 225,650 232,350
CSME - Security Patrol 133,240 155,000 159,650 164,440 169,370
CSME - Animal Control 4,300 4,500 34,700 4,910 35,120
CSME - Parks & Trails 182,880 188,360 194,010 199,830 205,820
CSME - Unhoused Management 70,000 72,100 74,260 76,490 78,780
Total CSME 1,948,810 2,161,160 2,263,420 2,375,330 2,470,140
Total Police & CSME 20,866,710 24,361,600 26,174,240 28,012,130 29,924,640

CSME Key Service Functions and Budget Initiatives for 2026

  • Receive and investigate public complaints of Bylaw violations and ensure compliance.
  • Review and update regulatory bylaws.
  • Expand construction impact management processes.
  • Provide street parking management and enforcement.
  • Work with government agencies, and non-profit organizations to assist the unhoused where appropriate.
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Proposed Capital Budget

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Proposed 2026-2030 Capital Budget

Summary by Year and Department

Department 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
Building 120,000
Engineering & Public Works 25,378,350 9,619,000 4,845,000 4,650,000 2,440,000
Fire Rescue Services & the Emergency Program 175,000 600,000 1,750,000 235,000 110,000
General Government 3,161,500 1,575,000 1,825,000 1,000,000 1,000,000
Parks, Recreation & Facilities 27,395,740 4,483,710 6,848,110 2,402,500 8,696,240
Police & Community Safety and Municipal Enforcement 287,000 72,000 72,000 172,000
Total 56,517,590 16,349,710 15,340,110 8,459,500 12,246,240

Proposed 2026 Capital Budget (Summary Projects by Funding Source)

(Original page contains a detailed capital project budget table with columns: Projects, Developer Contributions, Grant / Other, Community Works (Gas Tax), ICBC - Capital Grants, Roads DCC, Parks & Open Space DCC, Debt, General Amenity Reserve, Equipment Replacement Reserve, Police Building Capital Reserve, Capital Works Reserve, General Operating (ie, Taxation, Surplus, etc), Growing Communities Fund, Child Care BC New Spaces Fund, Grand Total. The summary shows major project groupings and totals.)

High-level 2026 Project Summary (selected items and totals):

  • Building
    • BI01 - Building Inspection Vehicle Purchase: 120,000 (Grand Total 120,000)
  • Engineering & Public Works
    • CM01 - Centre Mountain Residential Rd LSA: 1,200,000
    • CM02 - Centre Mountain Business Park Rd LSA: 5,611,740
    • CM03 - Centre Mountain Water Service LSA: 4,004,370
    • PW01 - Engineering Vehicle Purchase: 377,500
    • SD46 - Langshire/Glenshire SSL Water System PRV: 10,000
    • SD49 - Langford Lake Forebays: 250,000
    • SL09 - Traffic Signal Upgrades: 250,000
    • SL17 - Leigh @ Dunford (New Signal Lights): 427,240 (225,000 grant / other + other sources)
    • SR32 - Neighbourhood Improvements: 510,000
    • SR77 - ENG - Multi Use lanes: 800,000
    • SR86 - BMP Ultimate Marble to Ecoasis: 770,000
    • SR90 - Irwin Rd Improvements: 408,000
    • SR96 - Latoria Road Corridor Upgrades: 5,245,910 (mix of DCC and other)
    • SR97 - Walfred Rd Paving & Drainage Upgrades: 1,200,000
    • SW01 - Sidewalk Infill: 1,713,590
    • SW28 - Glen Lake Sidewalk: 2,600,000
    • Engineering & Public Works Total: 25,378,350
  • Fire Rescue Services & the Emergency Program
    • FE23 - Firehall #2: 25,000
    • FE36 - Ladder 1 Truck: 53,000
    • FE44 - Firehall #1: 72,000
    • FE45 - Hose Replacement: 25,000
    • Total Fire Rescue Services: 175,000
  • General Government
    • FA06 - IT - Servers/Printers/Backup: 126,500
    • FA08 - Admin Property Purchase: 1,000,000
    • FA17 - Website Design: 35,000
    • FA35 - Database - CityView to Browser: 140,000
    • FA36 - Council Video Streaming Hardware: 10,000
    • FA42 - Bryn Maur Masons Building: 1,700,000
    • FA45 - ERP - Great Plains/Dynamics: 150,000
    • General Government Total: 3,161,500
  • Parks, Recreation & Facilities
    • PD37 - Westshore Parkway Trail: 500,000
    • PD40 - Royal Roads Parklet: 75,000
    • PD43 - Hockley Parking Lot: 350,000
    • PD47 - Westhills Arena - Mechanical Improvements: 150,000
    • PD53 - Starlight Field Turf Replacement: 50,000
    • PD54 - Westhills Langford Aquatic Centre: 1,011,360
    • PD55 - Woodlands Park: 1,183,100 (mix of funds)
    • PD56 - Daycare - Jenkins/Glen Lake: 6,221,380 (includes Child Care BC New Spaces Fund)
    • PD58 - Daycare - Carlow: 7,318,700
    • PD59 - Arts Studio - Jenkins/Glen Lake: 4,970,000
    • PD61 - Veterans Memorial Park Rubber Replacement: 200,000
    • PK01 - Parkland Acquisition: 1,000,000
    • PK73 - Veterans Park Expansion: 3,250,000
    • Parks, Recreation & Facilities Total: 27,395,740
  • Police & CSME
    • BL02 - CSME - Vehicle Replacement: 200,000
    • BL03 - CREST Radio Purchase: 15,000
    • PS02 - Police Building Improvements/Replacements: 72,000
    • Total Police & CSME: 287,000

Grand Total 2026 Capital Projects: 56,517,590

(For full per-project funding source allocation, see detailed capital table in the original document.)

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Reserves

Proposed Impact of 2026 Budget on Reserve Funds

Reserve Funds Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures (Transfers) Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance (Subject to change)
Capital Works $1,589,437 1,405,000 (2,346,800) - 31,789 679,426
Affordable Housing 5,855,098 400,000 (724,000) - 117,102 5,648,200
Parks and Open Space 0 100,000 - - 0 100,000
Parkland Improvement 3,547 - - - 71 3,618
General Amenity/Amenity Cost Charge 1,410,634 2,500,000 (3,471,610) - 28,213 467,236
Equipment Replacement 2,332,143 1,000,000 (1,536,670) - 46,643 1,842,116
Sidewalk Capital 51,040 - - - 1,021 52,061
Bear Mountain Firehall 1,819,684 7,500 - - 36,394 1,863,578
Police Capital 198,520 100,000 (72,000) - 3,970 230,491
Special Police 759,447 - - - 15,189 774,636
Downtown Parking 144,517 - - - 2,890 147,407
Growing Communities Fund 1,828,000 - (1,828,000) - - -
Total Reserve Funds Balances 15,992,066 5,512,500 (9,979,080) - 283,281 11,808,768

Development Cost Charges

DCC Type Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance
Parks 185,632 - - - 3,713 189,345
Storm Drainage 815,674 160,000 - - 16,313 991,988
Roads 265,008 2,600,000 (225,000) (2,000,000) 5,300 645,309
Parkland and Open Space 12,839,880 2,000,000 (5,504,400) 2,000,000 256,798 11,592,277
Total Development Cost Charges Balances 14,106,195 4,760,000 (5,729,400) - 282,124 13,418,919

Other Reserve Accounts

Account Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance
Surplus 1,599,690 500,000 (1,730,460) - 31,994 401,224
Infrastructure Sustainability Reserve 1,344,489 - - - 1,371,379 26,890
Community Works (Gas Tax) 4,352,000 2,184,000 (2,889,910) - 87,040 3,733,130
Total Other Reserve Accounts Balances 7,296,179 2,684,000 (4,620,370) - 145,924 5,505,733

Total Funds on Hand: $ 37,394,440 beginning, Additions 12,956,500, Expenditures (Transfers) (20,328,850), Interest 711,329, Ending Balance 30,733,419 (subject to change).

Proposed Impact of 2027 Budget on Reserve Funds

Reserve Funds Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures (Transfers) Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance (Subject to change)
Capital Works $679,426 1,405,000 (1,683,750) - 13,589 414,264
Affordable Housing 5,648,200 400,000 (276,350) - 112,964 5,884,814
Parks and Open Space 100,000 100,000 - - 2,000 202,000
Parkland Improvement 3,618 - - - 3,690 3,690
General Amenity/Amenity Cost Charge 467,236 2,500,000 (923,000) - 2,053,581 467,236
Equipment Replacement 1,842,116 1,000,000 (1,117,950) - 1,761,008 36,842
Sidewalk Capital 52,061 - - - 1,041 53,102
Bear Mountain Firehall 1,863,578 7,500 - - 1,908,350 37,272
Police Capital 230,491 100,000 (72,000) - 4,610 263,100
Special Police 774,636 - - - 15,493 790,128
Downtown Parking 147,407 - - - 2,948 150,355
Growing Communities Fund - - - - - -
Total Reserve Funds Balances 11,808,768 5,512,500 (4,073,050) - 236,175 13,484,393

Development Cost Charges (2027)

DCC Type Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance
Parks 189,345 - - - 3,787 193,132
Storm Drainage 991,988 160,000 (148,500) - 1,023,328 19,840
Roads 645,309 2,600,000 - - 2,258,215 12,906
Parkland and Open Space 11,592,277 2,000,000 (1,113,750) 1,000,000 231,846 13,710,373
Total Development Cost Charges Balances 13,418,919 4,760,000 (1,262,250) - 268,378 17,185,047

Other Reserve Accounts (2027)

Account Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance
Surplus 401,224 500,000 (345,000) - 8,024 564,248
Infrastructure Sustainability Reserve 1,371,379 - - - 1,398,806 27,428
Community Works (Gas Tax) 3,733,130 2,227,680 (2,770,000) - 74,663 3,265,473
Total Other Reserve Accounts Balances 5,505,733 2,727,680 (3,115,000) - 110,115 5,228,527

Total Funds on Hand: $30,733,419 beginning, Additions 13,000,180, Expenditures (8,450,300), Interest 614,668, Ending Balance 35,897,967 (subject to change).

Proposed Impact of 2028 Budget on Reserve Funds

Reserve Funds Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures (Transfers) Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance (Subject to change)
Capital Works $414,264 1,405,000 (1,526,250) - 8,285 301,300
Affordable Housing 5,884,814 400,000 (278,760) - 117,696 6,123,750
Parks and Open Space 202,000 100,000 - - 4,040 306,040
Parkland Improvement 3,690 - - - 3,764 74
General Amenity/Amenity Cost Charge 2,053,581 2,250,000 (1,800,000) - 2,544,653 41,072
Equipment Replacement 1,761,008 1,000,000 (2,445,380) - 35,220 350,848
Sidewalk Capital 53,102 - - - 1,062 54,164
Bear Mountain Firehall 1,908,350 7,500 - - 1,954,017 38,167
Police Capital 263,100 100,000 (72,000) - 5,262 296,362
Special Police 790,128 - - - 15,803 805,931
Downtown Parking 150,355 - - - 3,007 153,362
Total Reserve Funds Balances 13,484,393 5,262,500 (6,122,390) - 269,688 12,894,191

Development Cost Charges (2028)

DCC Type Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance
Parks 193,132 - - - 3,863 196,995
Storm Drainage 1,023,328 160,000 (1,485,000) 300,000 20,467 18,794
Roads 2,258,215 2,600,000 - - 4,903,379 45,164
Parkland and Open Space 13,710,373 2,000,000 (1,113,750) (300,000) 274,207 14,570,830
Total Development Cost Charges Balances 17,185,047 4,760,000 (2,598,750) - 343,701 19,689,998

Other Reserve Accounts (2028)

Account Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance
Surplus 564,248 500,000 (240,000) - 11,285 835,533
Infrastructure Sustainability Reserve 1,398,806 - - - 1,426,782 27,976
Community Works (Gas Tax) 3,265,473 2,272,234 (2,920,000) - 2,683,016 65,309
Total Other Reserve Accounts Balances 5,228,527 2,772,234 (3,160,000) - 104,571 4,945,331

Total Funds on Hand: $35,897,967 beginning, Additions 12,794,734, Expenditures (11,881,140), Interest 717,959, Ending Balance 37,529,520 (subject to change).

Proposed Impact of 2029 Budget on Reserve Funds

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Reserve Funds Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures (Transfers) Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance (Subject to change)
Capital Works $301,300 1,405,000 (1,496,250) - 6,026 216,076
Affordable Housing 6,123,750 400,000 (281,230) - 122,475 6,364,995
Parks and Open Space 306,040 100,000 - - 6,121 412,161
Parkland Improvement 3,764 - - - 3,839 75
General Amenity/Amenity Cost Charge 2,544,653 2,000,000 (3,100,000) - 1,495,546 50,893
Equipment Replacement 350,848 1,000,000 (783,480) - 7,017 574,385
Sidewalk Capital 54,164 - - - 1,083 55,248
Bear Mountain Firehall 1,954,017 7,500 - - 2,000,597 39,080
Police Capital 296,362 100,000 (72,000) - 5,927 330,290
Special Police 805,931 - - - 16,119 822,049
Downtown Parking 153,362 - - - 3,067 156,430
Total Reserve Funds Balances 12,894,191 5,012,500 (5,732,960) - 257,884 12,431,615

Development Cost Charges (2029)

DCC Type Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance
Parks 196,995 - - - 3,940 200,934
Storm Drainage 18,794 160,000 - - 376 179,170
Roads 4,903,379 2,600,000 - - 7,601,447 98,068
Parkland and Open Space 14,570,830 2,000,000 (1,113,750) - 291,417 15,748,497
Total Development Cost Charges Balances 19,689,998 4,760,000 (1,113,750) - 393,800 23,730,048

Other Reserve Accounts (2029)

Account Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance
Surplus 835,533 500,000 (220,000) - 1,132,244 16,711
Infrastructure Sustainability Reserve 1,426,782 - - - 1,455,318 28,536
Community Works (Gas Tax) 2,683,016 2,317,678 (920,000) - 4,134,354 53,660
Total Other Reserve Accounts Balances 4,945,331 2,817,678 (1,140,000) - 98,907 6,721,916

Total Funds on Hand: $37,529,520 beginning, Additions 12,590,178, Expenditures (7,986,710), Interest 750,590, Ending Balance 42,883,579 (subject to change).

Proposed Impact of 2030 Budget on Reserve Funds

Reserve Funds Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures (Transfers) Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance (Subject to change)
Capital Works $216,076 1,405,000 (1,023,250) - 4,322 602,147
Affordable Housing 6,364,995 400,000 (283,760) - 127,300 6,608,535
Parks and Open Space 412,161 100,000 - - 8,243 520,404
Parkland Improvement 3,839 - - - 3,916 77
General Amenity/Amenity Cost Charge 1,495,546 2,000,000 - - 3,525,457 29,911
Equipment Replacement 574,385 1,000,000 (1,174,500) - 11,488 411,373
Sidewalk Capital 55,248 - - - 1,105 56,352
Bear Mountain Firehall 1,954,017 7,500 - - 2,048,109 40,012
Police Capital 296,362 100,000 - - 6,606 436,896
Special Police 822,049 - - - 16,441 838,490
Downtown Parking 153,362 - - - 3,129 159,558
Total Reserve Funds Balances 12,431,615 5,012,500 (2,481,510) - 248,632 15,211,237

Development Cost Charges (2030)

DCC Type Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance
Parks 200,934 - - - 4,019 204,953
Storm Drainage 179,170 160,000 (1,188,000) 900,000 3,583 54,753
Roads 7,601,447 2,600,000 - - 152,029 10,353,476
Parkland and Open Space 15,748,497 2,000,000 (1,113,750) (900,000) 314,970 16,049,717
Total Development Cost Charges Balances 23,730,048 4,760,000 (2,301,750) - 474,601 26,662,899

Other Reserve Accounts (2030)

Account Balance Beginning of Year Additions Expenditures Internal Transfers Interest Earned/charged Ending Balance
Surplus 1,132,244 500,000 (200,000) - 1,454,889 22,645
Infrastructure Sustainability Reserve 1,455,318 - - - 1,484,424 29,106
Community Works (Gas Tax) 4,134,354 2,364,032 (920,000) - 5,661,073 82,687
Total Other Reserve Accounts Balances 6,721,916 2,864,032 (1,120,000) - 134,438 8,600,386

Total Funds on Hand: $42,883,579 beginning, Additions 12,636,532, Expenditures (5,903,260), Interest 857,672, Ending Balance 50,474,522 (subject to change).

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