Enderby set to raise taxes

Richard Rolke - Vernon Morning Star Published: April 20, 2010 7:00 PM

Taxes are going up for Enderby residents. Council gave third reading to the 2010 budget Monday. The document includes a 2.24 per cent tax increase if general, sewer and water levies are combined. “We have a lot of seniors in town so we were trying to avoid an increase but we’re also trying to provide services,” said Mayor Dee Wejr. For a home assessed at $201,000, the budget means an additional $32 in taxes. Wejr says considerable work went into the budget, particularly given the impact of the recession on many residents. “We do keep a close eye on expenses,” she said. “We have a pretty detailed budget and council is vigilant when it comes to spending.” Coun. Earl Shipmaker supports the financial plan. “We basically looked at the cost of living and growth and kept it within those limits,” he said. Shipmaker added that the focus this year will be on infrastructure and particularly upgrades related to Highway 97A. It’s expected that the 2010 budget will be adopted May 3.“We have to have it passed by May 15,” said Wejr referring to provincial legislation.