Budgets and Finances

In the Township of Douro-Dummer, we're committed to fiscal responsibility and transparency. Our staff is responsible for municipal taxation, financial reporting and all aspects of Township accounting services, including:

  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Payroll
  • Asset management
  • Budgeting

Budget

View the 2026 Budget to find out about our financial priorities and to review the capital and operating budgets.

The 2026 budget focuses on strategic asset renewal, infrastructure upgrades, and technology modernization to maintain reliable municipal service delivery. Key investments include new fire equipment and pumpers, upgrades at the Douro-Dummer Public Library and the Douro Community Centre, road maintenance and repairs, corporate record management and IT upgrades, and a Building and Planning departmental service delivery review to ensure long-term operational efficiency.

The capital budget is the annual forecast for financing capital projects and purchases including:

  • Land and land improvements
  • Buildings and building improvements
  • Equipment
  • Computer hardware and software
  • Vehicles and roads

Our goal is to have a responsible financial plan that will accommodate the future replacement of all Township assets.

The operating budget is the plan for day-to-day expenses in the Township including, but not limited to:

  • Salaries and wages
  • Mileage and travel
  • Contracted services
  • Materials and supplies
  • Repairs and maintenance
  • Minor capital items

The operating budget is funded by tax dollars, user fees and some provincial funding.

Past budgets

Review our past budgets:

Contact us to request the budget for a previous year.

User Fees and Charges

Click here to visit the By-law page and view our User Fees and Charges. 

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