Prince George residents can now submit their thoughts on what next year’s budget is supposed to look like.
Today (Wednesday), the budget survey was launched and gives participants personalized information about how their tax dollars are distributed to various City services such as roads and sidewalks, infrastructure management, and protective services based on their current property assessment value.
“We encourage everyone to participate in the budget engagement this fall, whether that’s taking an online survey or dropping by an in-person event,” said Mayor Simon Yu, “this is an important opportunity for Council to understand what residents would like to see in our community and the capital budget next year.”
Last year, the annual budget survey had 930 responses, and the five check-up surveys had 941 responses.
The budget consultation process, also includes five check-up surveys.
It aims to understand how satisfied residents are with various City services including:
- Events and recreation
- Parks and trails
- Protective services
- Roads and sidewalks
- Snow removal
All five are available now until October 31 on the City website and paper versions are available at City Hall, both Prince George Public Library locations, Elder Citizens Recreation Association, Hart Pioneer Centre, and Hadih House.
In-person budget engagement
Residents are also invited to participate in person at the following events:
- Tuesday, October 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Prince George Public Library Bob Harkins branch
- Thursday, October 9 from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Pine Centre Mall (across from Mr. Pretzels)
- Thursday, October 23 from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at the CN Centre
All community feedback will be shared with City Council ahead of budget deliberations which will begin in December 2025.
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