From the recording

Town of Princeton council reviews draft budget for 2026

Quick view

The town council met to discuss the draft budget for 2026. Director of Finance James Graham presented the budget, which includes a 3.02% tax increase. The council will review the budget and hold a public consultation process before adopting it. The budget includes funds for various projects, including the fire hall and visitor center.
FACT · Decisions / recommendations

What was decided (or proposed)

  • recommended — 2026 budget review: The council will review the draft budget and hold a public consultation process before adopting it.
FACT · Next

What comes next

  • The council will hold a public consultation process on the draft budget, and the budget will be adopted by the end of March 2026.
FACT · Delegations

Who spoke

  • Director of Finance James Graham — To present the draft budget for 2026
CONTEXT · Who may be affected

Stakes & interests

Budget increase

The 3.02% tax increase is based on a 5% inflationary increase and adjustments to the 2025 budget.

FACT · By item

Item notes

Every business item from the published agenda is listed here. Full agenda.

6 Town of Princeton Budget

The budget includes funds for various projects, including the fire hall and visitor center. [5]

“The budget is designed with a 5% inflationary increase and adjustments where necessary as compared to the 2025 budget. [5]”

Open questions

  • What are the specific projects that the budget includes funds for?

Sources

  1. CivicWeb meeting
  2. Agenda document
  3. YouTube recording
  4. Special Meeting Agenda - 01 Dec 2025 — Agenda Package
  5. BudgetBook

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