Monday is the deadline for Port Coquitlam property owners to have their say on this year's proposed budget.
So far, the municipality had logged 300 responses on the draft financial plan, which calls for a 3.4% tax hike — or $68.23 more — over the 2015 bill. Sewer, water and garbage rates will stay pat.
Of the 3.4% increase, more than 2% is dedicated for four new RCMP officers and to update the PoCo recreation complex. Other expenses include hiring a new cultural development and community services manager and better internal and external communications.
For more details on the draft plan and to take a short survey, visit portcoquitlam.ca/budget. Alternatively, call 604-927-5280 or email [email protected].
Meanwhile, Tuesday is the cut-off to nominate an outstanding PoCo volunteer for a city award.
To date, the names of only a dozen volunteers have been put forward and the city is asking the public for more nominees in the following categories: U21; Arts, Heritage and Cultural Awareness; Caring and Safety; Environmental Protection and Enhancement; Sports and Recreation; and Lifetime Volunteer.
