The proposed 2027 Capital Budget is now available for public review. Residents are encouraged to review the budget and submit questions before Council deliberations on October 13.
The proposed budget focuses on maintaining, renewing and improving the infrastructure and assets that support services across the community, including roads, parks, facilities, fleet assets, technology and public spaces.
"The City owns billions of dollars in infrastructure and public assets that support how we live, work and move throughout our community every day," said Tara Lodewyk, City Manager. "As these assets age and costs continue to rise, we must make thoughtful decisions about where to invest available funding. The proposed Capital Budget focuses on preserving critical infrastructure, managing risk and supporting reliable services for current and future residents."
The proposed 2027 Capital Budget includes approximately $80.2 million in investments across tax-supported infrastructure, fleet assets and land development activities.
Approximately 76% of planned capital expenditures are directed toward Infrastructure Preservation projects, reflecting the City's continued focus on maintaining and renewing existing infrastructure. These investments help ensure roads, facilities, parks, stormwater systems and other critical assets continue to support safe, reliable and effective service delivery.
Projects included in the proposed budget have been prioritized based on factors such as infrastructure condition, risk, service impacts, growth requirements and available funding. The Capital Budget is informed by asset management practices, long-term planning studies and operational needs identified across the organization.
"The City continues to face increasing pressure from aging infrastructure, rising construction costs and funding sources that have not kept pace with growing capital needs," said Sam Mugford, Chief Financial Officer. "The proposed Capital Budget reflects the need to balance affordability with long-term infrastructure sustainability while making strategic choices about how available funding is invested."
The full Capital Budget is available at reddeer.ca/budget. Residents are invited to review the document and submit questions or comments to budget@reddeer.ca by October 2. Questions and comments received by the deadline will be included in Council's October 13 budget debate agenda package for Council's consideration.