FAQs
- Safe and Reliable Infrastructure
- Welcoming and Vibrant Community
- Diverse and Prosperous Economy
- Exceptional and Accountable Government
How does the assessed value of my home impact my tax bill?
The Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) determines the assessment of your property. Your assessment is then applied to the applicable tax rate to determine the property taxes owed.
If you have questions about your assessment, you can visit www.aboutmyproperty.ca or contact MPAC Customer Contact Centre at 1-866-296-MPAC (6722)
What is a Municipal Budget?
A Municipal Budget is a plan for how dollars are used, invested, or earned over a given period. It is also a policy and planning document that outlines the Township's priorities. Decisions made as part of budget development help determine funding for the programs and services that maintain resident’s quality of life.
What are Council's priorities for the 2025-2028 Budget?
The Township of South Stormont has developed a Strategic Action Plan to help guide decisions over a 5-year period, including budget decisions.
The Strategic Action Plan identifies four goals, each with actionable items. The four goals identified are:
Who is involved in the budget process?
Council and Township Staff are involved in budget process. The Township also has a goal of engaging residents in the budget process to help ensure a sustainable community and alignment in priorities.
What are user fees and how do they affect the municipal budget?
A user fee is a charge paid by an individual for the use of a public service. A user fee is supplemented by the tax levy. The user/individual does not bear the full cost of the service a portion of the service is covered by the general tax levy. User fees in the Township of South Stormont include recreation services like swimming lessons and the arena rentals.