Parsons says it’s been a rough inflationary period over the last number of years and staff want to make sure people are not being taxed in a way they can’t afford.
Corner Brook city staff are putting the final touches on next year’s budget, which will be made public at the next regular council meeting on December 2nd. Mayor Jim Parsons says they are ready. He says staff are challenged to balance a multi million dollar budget. Meanwhile, the Mayor says costs are going up but certain things need to be included, like water and sewer. Parsons says it’s been a rough inflationary period over the last number of years and staff want to make sure people are not being taxed in a way they can’t afford.