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Budget and Finance

The Township of Hamilton’s annual budget is a key tool that guides how we deliver services, maintain infrastructure, and plan for the future. Council and staff are committed to developing a responsible and balanced budget that supports high-quality services, grows our reserves, and keeps property taxes affordable for residents.

2025 Municipal and Water Budgets

The 2025 Municipal Budget and Water Operations Budget were approved on December 16, 2024 at a Special Meeting of Council and the full budget packages are available for review below.

View the Special Meetings of Council on our YouTube Channel.

Award-Winning Budget

Township of Hamilton staff posing with Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 2025 in council chambers

The Township of Hamilton is proud to have received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for the third year in a row. The 2025 budget also earned special recognition for its Long-Range Operating Financial Plans, underscoring our commitment to transparency, sustainability, and responsible financial planning.

Read the complete news release.

Previous Approved Budgets and Reports

Understanding the Budget Process

Ever wonder how your tax dollars are put to work? Our short video on the municipal budget process breaks down how the Township's budget is created, reviewed, and approved each year.

You'll learn how community needs, provincial guidelines, and long-term planning come together to shape the services and infrastructure that support daily life, from roads and parks to emergency services and recreation.

Whether you're a longtime resident or new to the area, this video offers a clear look at how the budget impacts you and how your voice can be part of the process.

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