Focused on Core Services, Safety, Recreation, and Long-Term Sustainability
On December 16, 2025, Chestermere City Council approved the 2026 Interim Operating and Capital Budgets, focused on maintaining core municipal services, investing in community safety and recreation, and supporting the growing needs of the community.
Following several days of open deliberations, Council affirmed a balanced approach that protects essential programs, continues important lifecycle and maintenance work, and prepares the City for future growth.
“Council took the time to carefully review each part of this budget,” said Mayor Shannon Dean. “Our focus is on stability, service and planning for the future. The decisions we made support what matters most to residents while keeping the City on a responsible financial path. I want to thank staff for their work in developing a budget that supports a strong and sustainable future for Chestermere.”
Key Budget Highlights:
- Maintains funding for core community services including Fire, RCMP, Parks, Roads, and Utilities
- Continues important lifecycle work to keep municipal infrastructure safe, reliable, and well maintained
- Supports frontline operations, recreation and community services to meet the needs of a growing population
- Initiates several planning efforts in 2026, including recreation planning, transportation safety updates, facility assessments and a refreshed communications and events work
These decisions ensure the City can continue delivering dependable day to day services while preparing for long-term community needs.
Tax rates will be finalized in spring 2026 once updated assessment, growth projections, and provincial education tax information is available. The approved 2026 interim budget, based on current tax rates. Updates will be shared as follow up reports return to Council early in the new year.
For more information and to view the budget presentation visit thecityofchestermere.ca/cityhall/budget