Stay Informed and Get Involved in Budget 2024
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Welcome to your space to learn about Budget 2024
Every year, the SCRD Board embark on a budget process to fund projects and initiatives undertaken by SCRD staff. This page is your space to learn more about the process and provide your feedback.
On the right you will find sections to:
Read about Budget 2024 and learn more about the SCRD Budget process in the "Good to Read" section
Watch information sessions which took place in January
Check out the budget timeline to learn when decisions will be made and when you can provide your input to the SCRD Board
Find out where we are right now in the budget process
Below is all about hearing from you - you will find opportunities to:
Ask questions about projects, initiatives, and the SCRD Budget process by using the question tool
Welcome to your space to learn about Budget 2024
Every year, the SCRD Board embark on a budget process to fund projects and initiatives undertaken by SCRD staff. This page is your space to learn more about the process and provide your feedback.
On the right you will find sections to:
Read about Budget 2024 and learn more about the SCRD Budget process in the "Good to Read" section
Watch information sessions which took place in January
Check out the budget timeline to learn when decisions will be made and when you can provide your input to the SCRD Board
Find out where we are right now in the budget process
Below is all about hearing from you - you will find opportunities to:
Ask questions about projects, initiatives, and the SCRD Budget process by using the question tool
Do you have a question about the 2023 Budget process or projects being considered as part of the process? Add them here!
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Share I live in Halfmoon Bay and have requested info on the details of the increase in the rate increase, which is the highest of the bunch, where is the money going?? on Facebook Share I live in Halfmoon Bay and have requested info on the details of the increase in the rate increase, which is the highest of the bunch, where is the money going?? on Twitter Share I live in Halfmoon Bay and have requested info on the details of the increase in the rate increase, which is the highest of the bunch, where is the money going?? on Linkedin Email I live in Halfmoon Bay and have requested info on the details of the increase in the rate increase, which is the highest of the bunch, where is the money going?? link
I live in Halfmoon Bay and have requested info on the details of the increase in the rate increase, which is the highest of the bunch, where is the money going??
Johnny Auditor asked 9 months agoHi there,
Many of the projects being brought forward in this year's budget can be found outlined in this news release : https://www.scrd.ca/news/scrd-budget-adoption-this-week/
There is also lots of information in the DRAFT Financial Plan which can be found here - https://www.scrd.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024-02-21-SCRD-2024-2028-Financial-Plan-Version-2-DRAFT.pdf#page=51
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Share What is the total CAPEX and OPEX for the 2024 Proposed Budget to add to the Round 1 .Historical Budget Figures? Not the numbers for year 2023 do not add correctly. on Facebook Share What is the total CAPEX and OPEX for the 2024 Proposed Budget to add to the Round 1 .Historical Budget Figures? Not the numbers for year 2023 do not add correctly. on Twitter Share What is the total CAPEX and OPEX for the 2024 Proposed Budget to add to the Round 1 .Historical Budget Figures? Not the numbers for year 2023 do not add correctly. on Linkedin Email What is the total CAPEX and OPEX for the 2024 Proposed Budget to add to the Round 1 .Historical Budget Figures? Not the numbers for year 2023 do not add correctly. link
What is the total CAPEX and OPEX for the 2024 Proposed Budget to add to the Round 1 .Historical Budget Figures? Not the numbers for year 2023 do not add correctly.
d asked 11 months agoWe have attached info below which outlines the Capital Expenditures and Operating Expenditures as at Round 2.
Also below is a summary of 2023 Financial Plan Bylaw 740.2 which outlines the Operating lines and Capital line in 2023.
Please note that for the 2024 Round 2 CapEX and OPEX that these figures are inclusive of estimated carryforward figures. The known carryforward amounts will be clearer in the next couple of weeks.
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Share 2 questions… 1. What time are the info sessions on Jan 22 & 24? 2. When is parcel tax roll available for review? Thank you on Facebook Share 2 questions… 1. What time are the info sessions on Jan 22 & 24? 2. When is parcel tax roll available for review? Thank you on Twitter Share 2 questions… 1. What time are the info sessions on Jan 22 & 24? 2. When is parcel tax roll available for review? Thank you on Linkedin Email 2 questions… 1. What time are the info sessions on Jan 22 & 24? 2. When is parcel tax roll available for review? Thank you link
2 questions… 1. What time are the info sessions on Jan 22 & 24? 2. When is parcel tax roll available for review? Thank you
Kimd asked 10 months agoHi there,
Info sessions will take place at 6 p.m. Details and links here: https://www.scrd.ca/news/join-a-budget-information-session-next-week/
The parcel tax roll will be available for review on February 5.
Hope this answers your questions.
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Share Considering the proposed SCRD Budget increase and considering there is no comprehensive breakdown of core, essential, and non-essential services or the significant impact of operating budgets on various aspects of SCRD operations, one may question why the budget has not been further subdivided to specifically address each category. This breakdown would highlight the diverse range of services municipalities provide, ranging from fundamental necessities like public safety and infrastructure maintenance to cultural programs and non-essential projects. One potential line of inquiry could focus on whether a more detailed categorization within the operating budget could lead to improved transparency and accountability. For instance, could a more granular breakdown help residents and stakeholders better understand how their tax dollars are allocated across core, essential, and non-essential services? Additionally, does the current classification adequately reflect the evolving needs and priorities of the community, or would a more detailed budget structure facilitate a more responsive and adaptive approach to resource allocation? Exploring these questions could provide insights into the effectiveness of the current budgetary framework and whether refinements might enhance the municipality's ability to meet community expectations and goals while taking into consideration the ability of the taxpayer to pay for this Budget. on Facebook Share Considering the proposed SCRD Budget increase and considering there is no comprehensive breakdown of core, essential, and non-essential services or the significant impact of operating budgets on various aspects of SCRD operations, one may question why the budget has not been further subdivided to specifically address each category. This breakdown would highlight the diverse range of services municipalities provide, ranging from fundamental necessities like public safety and infrastructure maintenance to cultural programs and non-essential projects. One potential line of inquiry could focus on whether a more detailed categorization within the operating budget could lead to improved transparency and accountability. For instance, could a more granular breakdown help residents and stakeholders better understand how their tax dollars are allocated across core, essential, and non-essential services? Additionally, does the current classification adequately reflect the evolving needs and priorities of the community, or would a more detailed budget structure facilitate a more responsive and adaptive approach to resource allocation? Exploring these questions could provide insights into the effectiveness of the current budgetary framework and whether refinements might enhance the municipality's ability to meet community expectations and goals while taking into consideration the ability of the taxpayer to pay for this Budget. on Twitter Share Considering the proposed SCRD Budget increase and considering there is no comprehensive breakdown of core, essential, and non-essential services or the significant impact of operating budgets on various aspects of SCRD operations, one may question why the budget has not been further subdivided to specifically address each category. This breakdown would highlight the diverse range of services municipalities provide, ranging from fundamental necessities like public safety and infrastructure maintenance to cultural programs and non-essential projects. One potential line of inquiry could focus on whether a more detailed categorization within the operating budget could lead to improved transparency and accountability. For instance, could a more granular breakdown help residents and stakeholders better understand how their tax dollars are allocated across core, essential, and non-essential services? Additionally, does the current classification adequately reflect the evolving needs and priorities of the community, or would a more detailed budget structure facilitate a more responsive and adaptive approach to resource allocation? Exploring these questions could provide insights into the effectiveness of the current budgetary framework and whether refinements might enhance the municipality's ability to meet community expectations and goals while taking into consideration the ability of the taxpayer to pay for this Budget. on Linkedin Email Considering the proposed SCRD Budget increase and considering there is no comprehensive breakdown of core, essential, and non-essential services or the significant impact of operating budgets on various aspects of SCRD operations, one may question why the budget has not been further subdivided to specifically address each category. This breakdown would highlight the diverse range of services municipalities provide, ranging from fundamental necessities like public safety and infrastructure maintenance to cultural programs and non-essential projects. One potential line of inquiry could focus on whether a more detailed categorization within the operating budget could lead to improved transparency and accountability. For instance, could a more granular breakdown help residents and stakeholders better understand how their tax dollars are allocated across core, essential, and non-essential services? Additionally, does the current classification adequately reflect the evolving needs and priorities of the community, or would a more detailed budget structure facilitate a more responsive and adaptive approach to resource allocation? Exploring these questions could provide insights into the effectiveness of the current budgetary framework and whether refinements might enhance the municipality's ability to meet community expectations and goals while taking into consideration the ability of the taxpayer to pay for this Budget. link
Considering the proposed SCRD Budget increase and considering there is no comprehensive breakdown of core, essential, and non-essential services or the significant impact of operating budgets on various aspects of SCRD operations, one may question why the budget has not been further subdivided to specifically address each category. This breakdown would highlight the diverse range of services municipalities provide, ranging from fundamental necessities like public safety and infrastructure maintenance to cultural programs and non-essential projects. One potential line of inquiry could focus on whether a more detailed categorization within the operating budget could lead to improved transparency and accountability. For instance, could a more granular breakdown help residents and stakeholders better understand how their tax dollars are allocated across core, essential, and non-essential services? Additionally, does the current classification adequately reflect the evolving needs and priorities of the community, or would a more detailed budget structure facilitate a more responsive and adaptive approach to resource allocation? Exploring these questions could provide insights into the effectiveness of the current budgetary framework and whether refinements might enhance the municipality's ability to meet community expectations and goals while taking into consideration the ability of the taxpayer to pay for this Budget.
DFlintoff asked 11 months agoThank you for this comment. It has been shared with our finance department.
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Share The 190 Carry-Forward project list and the 103 new proposals is extensive and new projects should be defered if a project cannot be completed within the planned schedule. If completion cannot be reasonalbly achieved, it should not have been approved in the first place. In the December meeting, he SCRD has incurred engineering costs and staff time on projects that will no longer be built yet the taxpayer is to pay the bill for all costs incurred to date. on Facebook Share The 190 Carry-Forward project list and the 103 new proposals is extensive and new projects should be defered if a project cannot be completed within the planned schedule. If completion cannot be reasonalbly achieved, it should not have been approved in the first place. In the December meeting, he SCRD has incurred engineering costs and staff time on projects that will no longer be built yet the taxpayer is to pay the bill for all costs incurred to date. on Twitter Share The 190 Carry-Forward project list and the 103 new proposals is extensive and new projects should be defered if a project cannot be completed within the planned schedule. If completion cannot be reasonalbly achieved, it should not have been approved in the first place. In the December meeting, he SCRD has incurred engineering costs and staff time on projects that will no longer be built yet the taxpayer is to pay the bill for all costs incurred to date. on Linkedin Email The 190 Carry-Forward project list and the 103 new proposals is extensive and new projects should be defered if a project cannot be completed within the planned schedule. If completion cannot be reasonalbly achieved, it should not have been approved in the first place. In the December meeting, he SCRD has incurred engineering costs and staff time on projects that will no longer be built yet the taxpayer is to pay the bill for all costs incurred to date. link
The 190 Carry-Forward project list and the 103 new proposals is extensive and new projects should be defered if a project cannot be completed within the planned schedule. If completion cannot be reasonalbly achieved, it should not have been approved in the first place. In the December meeting, he SCRD has incurred engineering costs and staff time on projects that will no longer be built yet the taxpayer is to pay the bill for all costs incurred to date.
DFlintoff asked 11 months agoThank you for your comment. We will include it in our upcoming virtual budget information sessions that will take place in late January (January 22 and 24).
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Share I have been looking through this budget information for a date for Round 2 Budget Meetings but have not seen any dates posted. I did go back to previous Finance Meeting agendas and there is was indicated that the dates proposed are January 29th and 30th. Can you confirm those are still the correct dates? Thank you. on Facebook Share I have been looking through this budget information for a date for Round 2 Budget Meetings but have not seen any dates posted. I did go back to previous Finance Meeting agendas and there is was indicated that the dates proposed are January 29th and 30th. Can you confirm those are still the correct dates? Thank you. on Twitter Share I have been looking through this budget information for a date for Round 2 Budget Meetings but have not seen any dates posted. I did go back to previous Finance Meeting agendas and there is was indicated that the dates proposed are January 29th and 30th. Can you confirm those are still the correct dates? Thank you. on Linkedin Email I have been looking through this budget information for a date for Round 2 Budget Meetings but have not seen any dates posted. I did go back to previous Finance Meeting agendas and there is was indicated that the dates proposed are January 29th and 30th. Can you confirm those are still the correct dates? Thank you. link
I have been looking through this budget information for a date for Round 2 Budget Meetings but have not seen any dates posted. I did go back to previous Finance Meeting agendas and there is was indicated that the dates proposed are January 29th and 30th. Can you confirm those are still the correct dates? Thank you.
dsiegers asked 12 months agoHi there,
Thank you for your question. Round 2 budget meetings have been moved and will now take place on February 5.
February 21 - News Release: Budget Adoption & Taxation Impact
DRAFT 2024 - 2028 Financial Plan Document
Budget Information Sessions - Presentation
2024 Utility Rates
Budget 2024 Timeline
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December 04 → December 06 2023
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February 05 2024
What part of the budget process are we in right now?
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Budget Planning
Stay Informed and Get Involved in Budget 2024 has finished this stageDepartments within the SCRD are currently working on budget proposals to bring forward to the SCRD Board.
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Round 1 Budget Meetings
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Budget Community Information Sessions
Stay Informed and Get Involved in Budget 2024 has finished this stageAhead of Round 2 Budget Discussions, the SCRD will host two virtual budget information sessions.
During these sessions, staff will provide an overview of projects being considered for 2024 and information on where tax dollars will be spent in the coming year. There will also be lots of time for questions.
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Round 2 Budget Meetings
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Financial Plan Adopted
Stay Informed and Get Involved in Budget 2024 is currently at this stage