Treasurer David Munro presented the 2025 Draft Budget. He discussed the 2025 Capital Budget as well as the budget schedule for 2024.
One comment was received from the Chesley Horticultural Society regarding the "watering of the bridge boxes and hanging baskets. They feel that money should be set aside for daily watering with equipment supplied. Perhaps a retired person could be employed for this".
Works Manager McLeod noted that Public Works staff currently look after watering in Chesley and Paisley. This is completed by summer students. A $1500 grant is supplied to the Tara Horticultural Society where they have someone to do the watering. The Municipality supplies the tractor and watering trailer.
Members of the public can contact staff directly or send their comments through the public portal.
Council thanked the Treasurer for his presentation.