Town of Tisdale passes 2026 budget

May 1, 2026 | 10:48 AM

The Town of Tisdale has released the details of its 2026 budget.

A news release stated this year’s municipal mill rate has been reduced, and residential base taxes have also been lowered “to help ease the overall burden on homeowners.”

The Town has decided to remove the early payment discount in 2026, stating that residents’ tax bills will now reflect the actual cost of municipal services, and not a discounted amount. The mill rate will be adjusted to reflect the actual budget required for 2026. They said it also ensures all residents are treated equally, regardless of when they pay their taxes.

“Most property owners can expect their taxes to remain similar or increase slightly from what they paid last year,” the Town explained. “The Town of Tisdale’s 2026 budget reflects a stable and improved financial position. Despite the decrease in both revenue and expenditure, the Town anticipates a modest surplus of $25,486. Overall, the budget demonstrates prudent financial management.”

Other notes made by the Town include an increase in the municipal revenue sharing grant of $77,955 from the previous year to $953,372.

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“As this funding is not tied to specific projects, it provides flexibility and is primarily used to support operating expenditures.”

Another revelation in the budget release is that council has approved the transfer from reserves totalling $1,050,000. The release said that it was to reduce the reliance on taxation for capital projects.

Among the significant projects taking place in Tisdale in 2026 is the installation of the new ice plant and cooling tower at the RECplex, which is expected to cost roughly $2 million.

The Town has also earmarked $80,000 for firefighter training, and $32,000 for personal protective equipment (PPE) and new sets of gear.

A total of over $400,000 is also dedicated to road and infrastructure improvements on 108 Ave., 98th St., 102nd Ave., and the airport apron expansion.

In preparation for the construction of a new landfill cell next year, the Town has transferred $300,000 to reserves. The estimated cost of building a new cell is $1 million.

A statement on the Town’s social media page said that “Council and Administration carefully reviewed multiple options to ensure a fair approach while supporting long-term sustainability and reliable municipal services.”

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cam.lee@pattisonmedia.com

by Cam Lee

Town of Tisdale passes 2026 budget

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