Screenshot from Greater Napanee's YouTube - Dec, 9th Council Meeting
Greater Napanee Council will hold two days of meetings this week to review the proposed 2026 budget. The first sessions are scheduled for Wednesday, January 7, and Thursday, January 8, starting at 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at 124 John Street.
After the budget is presented, council has 30 days to review and suggest changes. An additional session is planned for February 3 to review any proposed revisions.
The 2026 budget follows priorities outlined in Mayor Richardson’s Fall 2025 budget directive. Key focuses include limiting new tax-supported requests to core services, reducing the solid waste levy in line with provincial recycling changes, avoiding new full-time hires, and funding community recreation and culture without relying on new taxpayer money. Council also aims to address $8 million in unfunded capital assets through non-taxation revenue.
Feedback from 341 responses to the 2026 budget survey helped shape recommendations. Materials for the meetings are available on the Town’s website.
Written by Emily Chatwood
