The Finance Department manages tax and water billings, budget and expenditure information, fiscal policies, accounts payable, payroll, receivables and cashier services.
Property Taxes |
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Property tax is one revenue source used to pay for municipal programs and services provided to residents. Besides municipal taxes your property tax bill includes education taxes, county taxes and a waste management fee. 2024 first installment deadline – Tuesday, July 30, 2024 2024 second installment deadline - Friday, September 27, 2024 |
Budgets |
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The municipality approves its capital and operating budgets annually. The budget establishes the required tax rates as well as user fees and water and sewer rates to pay for municipal programs and services for the year. The budget process identifies annually capital projects to be completed, such as the maintenance and replacement of infrastructure. 2024 Budget Documents2023 Budget Documents2022 Budget Documents2021 Budget Documents2020 Budget Documents2019 Budget Documents |
Financial Statements and Reports |
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Financial statements are prepared each year according to Public Sector Accounting Board standards. |
Asset Management Plan |
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The Asset Management Plan is a long term planning document that establishes when to maintain, rehabilitate and replace municipal assets.
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Development Charges |
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Mississippi Mills follows the principal that growth should pay for growth. As a result, new development projects are required to pay Development Charges to off set the costs of expansions and upgrades to municipal services, parks and institutions to accommodate more residents in our community. Development Charges are generally payable at the time a Building Permit is issued and are subject to a set fee established at the beginning of each year. Charges to both the local municipality and County of Lanark are applicable. Visit https://www.mississippimills.ca/en/build-and-invest/development-charges.aspx for current rates. |
Long Term Financial Plan |
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The long-term financial plan provides direction to both Council and Staff on target expenses, debt levels, reserves and taxes. The plan does not include water and sewer because they are not paid from taxes but from water and sewer rates for the service. Water and sewer has a separate financial plan. |
Municipal Grants |
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Organizations seeking support can apply annually for municipal grants. Applications are included in the annual budget process and organizations are notified of their allocations, if approved, once the budget has been finalized. For more information please view the Municipal Grant Policy. Deadline for 2024 - November 30th, 2023 The Municipal Grant Policy has been established by Council to provide guidelines to organizations within Mississippi Mills who are seeking modest financial assistance(up to $5000) with the following:
Note: Any organization that received a Municipal grant and plans to apply a subsequent year, must submit a grant summary report prior to the November 30 deadline in order for any future applications to be considered. NEIGHBOURHOOD MICRO GRANTS Mississippi Mills recognizes the value of building an inclusive, welcoming and fun community. The Recreation and Culture Department awards Neighbourhood Micro Grants annually to community members who plan activities that benefit their neighbourhood. In 2024, the municipality has committed $3,600 to provide micro grants of up to $200 to residents for projects that satisfy the micro grant criteria. This program helps build community and strengthen connections right where people live - in their neighbourhoods. Knowing your neighbours helps increase quality of life, enhances safety and security, decreases crime, and fosters a stronger sense of belonging. Residents are encouraged to develop projects that meet the needs of their neighbourhood or the greater community. Examples: Block parties to introduce new neighbours, weekly neighbourhood clean-up work parties, a birthday party for the oldest person on your street, spruce up a neighbourhood garden, offer free yoga in the park... the possibilities are endless! To be considered, submit your completed application form to the Recreation and Culture Department (programs@mississippimills.ca) or drop it off at the Almonte Old Town Hall, 14 Bridge Street, 2nd floor. Note: Submission of an application does not guarantee the application will be awarded.
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Fees and Charges |
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A Fees and Charges Bylaw is reviewed and passed annually by Council to establish user fees for services provided by the municipality. Please click on the links below to view the by-laws. |
Water and Sewer Rates |
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The water and sewer services rates bylaw is passed annually following completion of the budget and sets both an annual base charge and a rate for consumption. |
