Contact Us
Wendy McMurray
Manager of Finance/Treasurer
160 Wellington Street, P.O. Box 609, Mitchell ON N0K 1N0
Moniek Geene
Deputy Treasurer
160 Wellington Street, P.O. Box 609, Mitchell ON N0K 1N0
The Finance Department handles budget and finance matters in the Municipality of West Perth including:
Asset management | ||
The Asset Management Policy provides the Municipality with clear guidelines and processes to achieve asset management objectives. View the West Perth Asset Management Policy Asset management planning (AMP) is an ongoing and long-term process that allows municipalities to make the best possible investment decisions for their infrastructure assets. The goal of AMP is to improve the way the Municipality plans infrastructure investment, repair, and replacement to properly budget for large projects. The Asset Management Plan (AMP) includes the following asset types:
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Budget | ||
The Municipality of West Perth prepares a budget each year that gets approved by Council. The budget process allows council and staff to prioritize asset improvements, capital expenditures, operating costs, and more. The budget is more than just 'spending money'; it is reflected in the services you receive, the infrastructure used by the community, and supports provided to citizens of West Perth. Every time you have your garbage collected, turn on the tap, have your road plowed, visit a park, or go for a walk on a sidewalk, trail or the beach, you see your tax dollars at work. The Municipality is committed to providing efficient and cost-effective services to our communities. Understanding the Municipal BudgetEach year, Council approves a budget that is made up of the following:
Any additional questions can be directed to the Treasurer by email or at 519-348-8429 ext. 228. View the 2024 Budget and Tax Rate By-law
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Donations | ||
The Municipality of West Perth recognizes the importance of helping the community through donations and ensuring public funds are used in a transparent, equitable and consistent manner. For more information on criteria, to view the policy, and to apply for a donation, visit our Donations page. | ||
Fees and charges | ||
The list of all of the fees and charges the Municipality of West Perth administers is reviewed, updated and approved by Council each year. View our Fees and Charges page for a complete listing. |
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Financial Reports | ||
The Municipality's financial statements include all assets, liabilities, equity, revenues and expenditures that are under its care and control. Financial statements are audited yearly by a professional accounting firm to ensure that they provide an accurate presentation of the Municipality's financial position. Financial reporting is completed to help with decision making and increase public accountability and transparency. |
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Taxes | ||
For information about taxes, tax rates, how to pay, and more, visit our Taxes Page |