Taxes are going up in the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg. Council has passed its 2026-27 budget which will see the average homeowner pay $54 more this year in taxes. However officials say the increase is not because of tax rate changes, but because of higher property value assessment. The budget includes a $49.9 million operating budget and $33.2 million in capital spending. Highlights include new measures supporting affordability, major recreation upgrades, and more than $24 million for the Cookville Wastewater Expansion. Mayor Elspeth McLean‑Wile says the budget strengthens essential services today while planning for long‑term growth through climate action, transit improvements, and expanded community programs.
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