Hamilton 2020 Budget

• Hamilton’s forecast of 2020 budget surplus met with a ‘sigh of relief’

  Hamilton's general manager of finance, Mike Zegarac, is now forecasting a year-end surplus of about $420,000.

  Economy

  Sep 24, 2020
  
• Hamilton’s deficit projection grows as wait continues for federal, provincial assistance

  Ward 5 Coun. Chad Collins says it's "prudent" to have that supplemental plan in place, even though "we can wait another couple of months."

  Politics

  Jun 15, 2020
  
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• Paid parking returns to Hamilton streets, municipal lots starting May 16

  The city will allow a 30-minute grace period for businesses still offering curbside pickup and delivery.

  Canada

  May 14, 2020
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• Burlington offers relief on late tax payments amid COVID-19 pandemic

  The city of Burlington says it will not be charging penalties or interest on late property tax payments due in April and May.

  Politics

  Apr 7, 2020
• City Council offers tax relief while approving Hamilton’s 2020 operating budget

  Stoney Creek Coun. Brad Clark presented the 30 day tax relief motion saying it sends "a pretty clear message that we're trying to do what we can to help during this crisis."

  Politics

  Mar 20, 2020
• Municipal parking rates are on the rise in Hamilton, but there will soon be an app for that

  Hamilton's average 2020 residential tax increase is now hovering just under 3 per cent.

  Politics

  Mar 3, 2020
• No sidewalk snow-clearing decision in Hamilton as council asks for staff report

  Ward 8 Coun. John Paul Danko says he hopes Thursday's debate means "we're making progress on this, and it's not just analysis to delay a final decision."

  Politics

  Feb 13, 2020
• Hamilton operating budget deliberations include 3.5% average tax hike

  Hamilton politicians have begun deliberating the city's operating budget, with residents expected to see a higher tax hike than in previous years.

  Economy

  Jan 18, 2020