As part of the annual business planning and budget schedule, all rates and fees will be reviewed in accordance with the Annual Budget Review Process and application of the Service Pricing Policy at the Committee of the Whole meeting on August 30, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. in Council Chambers (395 Mulock Drive). 

The Annual Budget Review includes a review of market conditions, participation rates and external factors such as the introduction of the Harmonized Sales Tax (effective July 1, 2010). The Service Pricing Policy, established in 2007, balances costs between user groups and taxpayers and allows for long-term financial sustainability. Background information on the Service Pricing Policy, adopted by Council in 2007 can be viewed by clicking here - Service Pricing Policy.  or a summary article called My Two Cents can be viewed at My Two Cents - Service Pricing Policy. 

Reports containing user Fees and Charges for Building, Planning, Licensing, Fire, Water & Sewer, Recreation and General charges will be available at the Municipal Offices and on the Town's website at http://www.newmarket.ca prior to this meeting. The public is invited to attend and may address Council. To schedule a deputation, please contact the Clerk's Department at 905-895-5193. 

It is the Town's intention to pass the applicable bylaws for fees and charges under the Municipal Act 2001, the Building Code Act and the Planning Act on September 7, 2010 and have them take effect on January 1, 2011. 

For additional information, please visit the Town of Newmarket's website at www.newmarket.ca, or contact the Finance Department by phone at 905-895-5193 or by e-mail at information@newmarket.ca.