The Pre-Budget Consultation is underway!

The Town of Aurora relies on property tax dollars to fund the services, facilities, programs and infrastructure that contribute to your quality of life. As a member of the community, it’s important that you feel informed about the Town of Aurora budget, and that you have an opportunity to share your input on what matters and what you feel are budget priorities.

Engage with us

There are a number of ways to share your thoughts:

  • Take our online survey. All completed surveys will automatically be entered into a draw for a $150 gift card. 4 additional winners will also receive $25 giftcards. Winners will be announced in early August.
  •  Delegate at the Pre-Budget Consultation Meeting (June 6). If you would like to present as a delegate, please submit an Electronic Delegation Request Form by Tuesday, June 6.
  •  Send us an Email - Feedback is always welcome at OurTownBudget@aurora.ca.
  • Leave a Comment- Share thoughts, ideas and feedback.

About the 2024 budget

This year staff will prepare and present to Council the three-year operating budget for the Town (2024 to 2026). This draft budget will include the identification of all the resources, funds and staff, needed to deliver the Town’s core services, manage growth and implement any new initiatives for each year. Council will also be asked to approve the Town’s upcoming 2024 capital budget.

The operating and capital budgets outline how the Town will use our finances to deliver services to residents. The operating budget focuses on day-to-day expenses, while the capital budget covers major infrastructure requirements.

The budget will be tabled in early fall.

Budget Meeting Schedule

Special Budget Consultation Meeting - Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Date: 

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Time: 

6:15 p.m.

Where: 

Aurora Town Hall

Agenda: 

The budget committee will accept suggestions as to on how the Town could increase non-tax revenues and/or save money on its delivery of existing processes and services. The budget committee will also ask community groups, organizations or individuals seeking funding or services in-kind from the Town to make a presentation of any requests of this nature to the committee for its consideration for inclusion in the Town’s upcoming 2024 budget and capital budget.

Delegating & Submitting Comments: 

Residents who would like to present to Council must submit an Electronic Delegation Request Form by Tuesday, June 6.

Individuals and organizations are also invited to submit their ideas and concerns in writing to: OurTownBudget@aurora.ca. 

Introduction of 2024 to 2026 proposed budget to regular Council - Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Time: 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Where:  Council Chambers

Agenda:  The Treasurer will kick off the Budget Committee’s review of the Town’s proposed 2024 to 2026 operating and 2024 capital budget and 10-year capital plan. Budget material will be distributed to Council members for their review at this meeting.
Operating Budget Review - Monday, November 6, 2023
Date: Monday, November 6, 2023

Time: 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Where:  Council Chambers

Agenda:  The Treasurer will kick off the Budget Committee’s review of the Town’s proposed operating budgets for 2024 to 2026, its 2024 capital budget and the Town’s 10-year capital plan. This review will focus on the proposed multi-year operating budget and the 2024 capital budget. The review will include the corporate-wide impacts along with a review of the proposed budget changes by department for 2024 to 2026.
Capital Budget Review - Saturday, November 11, 2023
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 

Where:  Council Chambers

Agenda:  The Treasurer will kick off the Budget Committee’s review of the Town’s proposed 2024 capital budget and 10-year plan. Budget Committee will then start its detailed review of the proposed budgets for asset management, growth & new and studies & other capital projects.

Operating Budget Review - Monday, November 13, 2023

Date: Monday, November 13, 2023

Time: 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Where:  Council Chambers

Agenda:  The Budget Committee will continue its review of the proposed 2024 to 2026 operating budget. Central York Fire Services, Aurora Public Library, Aurora Cultural Centre Board, Aurora Historical Society Board, Aurora Sports Hall of Fame, the Chamber of Commerce and Aurora BIA will present their funding requirements and provide update presentations to the Committee.
Budget Review - Monday, November 20, 2023
Time: 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

 

Where:  Council Chambers

Agenda:  The Budget Committee will continue its review of the proposed operating budgets for 2024 to 2026, if required.

Budget Review - Monday, November 27, 2023

Date: Monday, November 27, 2023

Time: 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Where:  Council Chambers

Agenda:  The Budget Committee will continue its review of the proposed operating budgets for 2024 to 2026, if required.

Council – 2024 Operating and Capital Budget Approval - Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Time: 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

Where:  Council Chambers

Agenda:  The final 2024 to 2026 operating and 2024 capital budget will be brought to Council for its final approval.
Online Consultation
As the Town prepares for its 2024 capital and operating budget review, we are asking residents about their budget priorities and what programs and services are important. Take our survey and share your thoughts now at: engageaurora.ca/budget2024