City Council has approved the 2024 taxation fund budget with a 3% increase over last year, which covers the City’s operating budget to maintain services and direct investment in capital. Council worked with Administration and Finance to allocate $260,000 of the City’s reserves to drive the total increase down to 3% and a final net expenditure of $47.1 million.
The taxation fund budget represents the City’s portion of the overall municipal budget. This total is combined with the approved budgets from agencies, boards, and commissions, like Timmins Police Service Board and Cochrane District Social Services Administration Board, and school board and MPAC assessments to arrive at the final property tax rate. Council is expected to approve the 2024 tax rates by April.
2024 Operating Budget:
The 2024 net operating budget is $36,741,667. The operating budget covers the cost of daily municipal services such as maintenance of city roads, public transit, garbage collection, snow removal, and parks and arena maintenance.
2024 Capital Budget:
The 2024 capital budget includes a gross expenditure of $38,908,193; however, with funding and reserves, the portion covered by the tax levy, which impacts the final property tax rate, will be $10,365,307. Capital funds support the creation, repair, or replacement of municipal assets that are required to deliver daily services to the community, including infrastructure like roads. This amount does not include capital expenses related to water and wastewater, which are approved as part of the separate utilities fund budget.
This year’s capital budget includes:
• $2.1 million for road repair through the City’s grind and pave program
• $3.5 million (offset by funding) for upgrades to the Mattagami and Porcupine bridges as part of Connecting Link rehabilitation
• $2 million (offset by funding) for repairs to the Mattagami boat launch pier and retaining wall
• $1.7 million in fleet purchases for the Timmins Fire Department
• $5.6 million for Porcupine River Bridge construction (offset with reserve and funding)
The funds will also be used to continue Golden Manor redevelopment and the final downtown segment of the Connecting Link, with plans to begin implementing some of the recommendations from the updated Recreation Master Plan.
For more information on the 2024 budget, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/finance/city_budget_2024
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Quotes:
“City Council began this year’s budget process with a commitment to engage and listen to residents on how we can work to improve the quality of life in Timmins. This is reflected in the City’s approved operating and capital expenditures for 2024, and the decisions made that will help deliver an efficient, affordable, and sustainable city for all residents. The budget will support a variety of projects and programs that will rehabilitate necessary infrastructure, prioritize community safety and well-being, and encourage growth and development.” ~ Mayor Michelle Boileau
“Preparing a balanced budget during a period of hyperinflation when costs have increased across all departments, in addition to being tasked with maintaining aging infrastructure, is challenging. City Council worked diligently with Administration and staff to deliver a budget that works for today and plans ahead for tomorrow. The City’s taxation fund outlines how we plan to spend and invest tax revenues. The next step is confirming 2024 school board and property assessments, and approved budgets for the City’s service partners and provincially mandated programs, before approving the final tax rates for 2024.” ~ Natalie Moore, Director of Finance
“The City’s goal is to deliver a citizen-oriented, municipal system that is modern, effective, and efficient. We are focused on meeting residents’ daily needs, and making long-term plans that will move Timmins forward with room for expansion and development. We recognize that our financial resources are finite, and have worked diligently to balance service delivery with capital demand, such as road and infrastructure upgrades. Through the leadership and direction of City Council, coupled with the expertise of our staff, we have arrived at a budget that will work for all residents.” ~ Dave Landers, Chief Administrative Officer
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins’ extreme cold weather alert will continue for Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Temperatures are expected to drop to -36 overnight (inclusive of wind chill). Risk of frostbite.
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins’ extreme cold weather alert will continue for Monday, January 15, 2024. Temperatures are expected to drop to -32 overnight (inclusive of wind chill). Risk of frostbite.
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
Night Time Snow Removal 9:00 pm to 7:00 am
From January 14 to 18, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time snow removal in the areas listed below.
Sunday January 14, Starting 9:00 pm:
Timmins: Downtown BIA – Spruce (Sixth to Kirby), Pine (Sixth to Kirby), Cedar (Sixth to First).
Monday January 15, Starting 9:00 pm:
Timmins: Downtown BIA – Third, Second, Balsam (Fifth to First).
Tuesday January 16, Starting 9:00 pm:
Downtown South Porcupine: Bruce (Legion to Lakeview), Golden (Legion to Evans), Main (Strachan to Shamrock), Crawford (Golden to Shamrock), Powell (Legion to Crawford).
Wednesday January 17, Starting 9:00 pm:
Timmins: Downtown BIA – Birch (Fifth to First), Maple (Fifth to Second), Elm (Fifth to Second).
Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 am to 4:00 pm:
From January 15 to January 19, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing snow removal in the areas listed below.
Monday January 15, Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins South: Elm (Second to Dead End), Maple (Second to Dead End), Birch (First to Ogden).
Schumacher: Father Costello, Croatia (To Boundary), Grant, Vipond.
Tuesday January 16, Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins North: Fifth (Cedar to Mountjoy), Cedar (Fifth to Jubilee), Balsam (Fifth to Dead End).
Schumacher: Dwyer, Les Hall, Hollinger, Fourth (to Boundary), Boundary.
Wednesday January 17, Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins South: First (Mountjoy to Pine), Balsam (First to Ogden), Cedar (Kirby to Ogden).
South Porcupine: Bloor, Shamrock, Dome.
Thursday January 18, Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins North: Cherry (Seventh to Eighth), Cherry (Murdock to Empire), Cherry (Eighth to Dead End), Murdock, Empire.
Schumacher: Templeton, Battochio, Aura Lake, Lions Crest, Croatia (Brundy).
Friday January 19, Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins: Churches and Storefronts
South Porcupine: Churches and storefronts
Note on the Plan:
The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a winter storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. The snow removal crew will change to a snow plowing operation. Those streets that may not be completed will be completed on the next available snow removal shift.
Illegal placement of Snow from Residential Property onto Sidewalk and Road:
A reminder that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property and place onto the road or sidewalk.
Posted No Parking Signs Advising Winter Maintenance:
Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Winter Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for Snow Removal Crew to advance.
Winter Parking Ban:
A reminder that the Winter Parking Ban is effect and parking on the street is not permitted on any day, between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30.
Priority Sequence for Snow Removal Operations:
Day Operation:
Snow removal is never done in the area where Sanitation is taken place.
High density residential areas (Older Section of City: one-ways, narrow streets);
Low density residential areas
Night Operation:
Highway sections;
High density commercial sections;
Main Arterial Routes.
Safety:
A reminder to respect safety signage as the safety of workers is very important.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Public Works
Becky Cashmore
The City of Timmins’ extreme cold weather alert will continue for Saturday, January 13 and Sunday, January 14, 2024. Temperatures are expected to stay below -25 overnight (inclusive of wind chill) for the weekend. Risk of frostbite.
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins has issued an extreme cold weather alert for Thursday, January 11 and Friday, January 12, 2024. Temperatures are expected to drop to -32 overnight on Thursday (inclusive of wind chill), with cold weather continuing through Friday. Risk of frostbite.
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins has issued an extreme cold weather alert for Monday, January 08, 2024. Temperatures are expected to drop to -26 overnight (inclusive of wind chill).
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins would like to advise that an extreme cold weather alert is being issued for Wednesday, January 03, 2024. Temperatures are expected to drop to -25 overnight (inclusive of windchill).
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
Holiday hours for municipal services and facilities.
City Hall / Service Timmins / Provincial Offenses
December 22: City Hall and Service Timmins will close at 2:30 p.m.
December 25-26: CLOSED
January 1: CLOSED
Timmins Transit
December 24: Regular Timmins Transit service runs until 5:30 p.m. After 5:30 p.m., there is no Transit service. ** 7/6 Park/Riverside will arrive at the Terminal at 6:00 p.m.
December 25: No Transit Service
December 2: Regular Sunday Service
January 1, 2024: No Transit Service
Waste and Recycling Collection and Landfill Hours
Residential waste and recycling collection that falls on Monday, December 25, 2023 will be collected on Tuesday, December 26, 2023.
Residential waste and recycling collection that falls on Monday, January 1, 2024 will be collected on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
Deloro Landfill Holiday Hours:
December 22: 8:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
December 23: 8:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
December 29: 8:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
December 30: 8:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
Deloro Landfill, German Twp. Landfill, and Tisdale Transfer Site all closed on December 25 and January 1.
Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool
Closed December 25, 25, and January 1.
Timmins Museum: National Exhibition Centre
December 23: Open Noon to 4:00 p.m.
December 24-26: CLOSED
December 27 and 29: Open 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
December 30: Open Noon to 4:00 p.m.
December 31 – January 1: CLOSED
January 2: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Timmins Public Library Main Branch
December 23: Open 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
December 24-27: CLOSED
December 28 and 29: Open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
December 30: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
December 31 – January 2: CLOSED
January 3: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Timmins Public Library - C.M. Shields Centennial Branch:
December 23: Open 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
December 24-27: CLOSED
December 28 and 29: Open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
December 30: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
December 31 – January 2: CLOSED
January 3: Noon to 8:00 p.m.
Timmins Cemetery Office:
Regular hours for The Timmins Cemetery Office are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed for lunch at noon). The office will be closed at 2:00 p.m. on December 22. Holiday hours December 27-29 are 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Cemetery office will be closed December 25-26, 2023 and January 1, 2024.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins would like to advise that an extreme cold weather alert is being issued for Wednesday, December 20, 2023. Temperatures are expected to drop to -26 overnight (inclusive of wind chill).
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
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