Wawa Council Holding State of Community Open Houses

Wawa Municipal Council's holding a pair of open houses to discuss the state of the community - and its budget.

Treasurer Manuela Batovanja explains today's open houses.

Manuela Batovanja on State of Community Open Houses
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Council was presented the draft operating budget three weeks ago, and - while Batovanja notes efforts to keep costs down - she says it does propose increases.

Manuela Batovanja on 2025 Draft Operating Budget Tax Increase
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Batovanja explains the proposed new capital levy is meant to raise funds for capital infrastructure.

Manuela Batovanja on 2025 Draft Operating Budget Capital Levy
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Batovanja notes public input will be accepted on the budget until February - you can view the full presentation on the Municipality's YouTube channel or on the municipal website, wawa.cc - with today's open houses at 2:30 pm and 6:30 pm in the downstairs boardroom of the Municipal Office.