City Hall

"The people of our city do not care who is responsible. They simply want the challenges solved and the most disadvantaged cared for."

Council approves strategically increasing the Affordable Rental Housing Funding Program with the city reserves.

Part one in a series looking at Thunder Bay's council composition review and the major changes proposed for council and municipal elections in the city

Recruiting committee members will take place over the next three to four weeks before a recommendation is brought to council.

The tax levy on the more than $537-million budget dropped to 5.47 per cent after growth and 5.91 per cent before growth.

The municipal tax levy is at 5.48 per cent after growth and 5.93 per cent before growth.

Red River Coun. Michael Zussino was looking to increase adult golf user fees before tax at the city-owned courses, which would have meant an increase of $30,000 in the user fee revenue within the parks and open spaces 2024 budget.

The veteran councillor wouldn't mind seeing more at-large members and a reduced number of individuals elected to office.

The extra $250,000 will cover an increase in purchased services within the force.

The municipal tax levy is at 5.48 per cent after growth (5.93 before growth) with ratification set for February 12.