Budget
Recent stories about budget
A look at how Edmonton's budget stacks up so far
In a proposed budget that city manager Eddie Robar described as "not sexy," Edmontonians can expect renewal, operating funding for basic maintenance, and the completion of several large capital projects. But the wishes of some community groups are so far unfulfilled.
On the agenda: Waste, budget process, city manager's power
This week, councillors will hear about the results of a waste characterization study, vote on a recommended process for the four-year budget deliberations, and consider changes to the city manager's authority.
Sport Edmonton seeks funding boost to expand grants, measure impact
The CEO of Sport Edmonton plans to make the case for a significant funding increase as Edmonton city council prepares its 2027-2030 capital and operating budgets.
On the agenda: Derelict properties, budget engagement, Valley Line LRT
This week, council will consider tax subclasses for derelict properties, review public engagement on the 2027-2030 budget, and vote on funding for the Valley Line LRT transition and equipment for the expanding network.
No easy answers for city budget, says rookie councillor
So far, Edmonton city council's budget process has taught Coun. Reed Clarke that there aren't as many levers to pull as he thought when he ran for office.
Large capital projects likely off the table in next budget, councillor says
Don't expect anything too flashy out of the upcoming four-year budget, says a councillor with a couple of budgets under his belt.
On the agenda: Infrastructure renewal and operating impacts
This week, councillors will discuss priorities for infrastructure renewal as well as how capital projects impact future operating costs.
Edmonton Arts Council makes case for budget increase
The head of the body that distributes grants to Edmonton artists will be asking for a funding increase this fall when city council deliberates on the next four-year budget.
On the agenda: Budget adjustment, transit garage, community halls
This week, council is set to make some adjustments to the final year of the 2023-2026 capital budget, examine options for building the southeast transit garage to its original scope, and hear an update on the state of community league facilities.