The Town of Smiths Falls invites residents, businesses, and property owners to participate in the shaping of the 2026 municipal budget by providing valuable feedback on the initial draft.

The first draft of the 2026 budget, which outlines proposed service delivery costs and capital projects for the upcoming year, was presented to Council during its meetings on November 24, 2025 & December 8, 2025. A second draft will be brought forward for consideration at the Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for January 26, 2026.

“As we begin planning the 2026 budget, we continue to value the insight and ideas of our residents,” said Mayor Shawn Pankow. “Your perspectives help guide our decisions, ensuring investments are responsible, forward thinking, and aligned with what matters most to our community.”

Residents and stakeholders interested in reviewing the draft budget presentations and providing input are encouraged to participate in an online survey available on the Town's website at smithsfalls.ca/2026budgetsurvey. Alternatively, they can obtain and submit a paper copy at the Reception Desk at Town Hall.

The survey will remain open until Monday, January 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM. The results will be summarized and included in the next budget report.

For further information on this and previous budgets, please visit the Town's website at smithsfalls.ca/budget.

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