KEEPING TAX INCREASES TO A MINIMUM

Taxes for core municipal services on the average home in Langford have been minimal since 1993. That’s quite an accomplishment on the part of our Council and City staff, especially when you consider that the cost of living on South Vancouver Island has risen significantly during that time frame. The fact that we’ve been able to keep increases to two per cent or less, on average, and continue to make significant improvements in the quality of life for our residents is equally impressive.

Although the past two years have been extremely challenging when you consider the state of the global economy, Langford’s average residential property tax was the lowest in the Capital Regional District in 2009, and it’s anticipated that Langford will have one of the lowest taxes in the region again in 2010. Keeping tax increases to a minimum is, and will continue to be, a top priority.