Several week ago I asked if my readers had any input for the upcoming 2018 budget; specifically are there programs/services occurring today which you think should be reduced or eliminated in order reduce property tax burden.  Or, are there programs/services you would like to see introduced or increased?  With the thought that hearing some of the ideas I have heard already may inspire you I have  noted below what I have heard already.  If you agree or disagree with the proposals below let me know.  If you have other ideas, let me know.  You can post in this blog your ideas; or email me direct (dschaefer@king.ca) or phone me at 289 221 2472.  Need to hear from you by 11/29. 

• by-law officers:  some have said more officers or at least more hours; and others have said less
• question value of Community Improvement Program and if so good why not in the rural areas. (The CIP incents investment by business owners to upgrade their businesses which in turn contributes to revitalization of the villages.)  Currently only available to businesses in the three villages.
• Experience King Marketing Program should be bigger
• Heritage & Cultural Centre opened more time which requires more presence Staff.
• reduce the beautification Program, (hanging pots and planters AND regularly watering them) because of climate change
• Cut back on Cold Creek Programming as it requires too much Staff
• Wind row snow clearing should be available more frequently (e.g. for < 10 cm snowfall) for our Seniors
• Cancel Volunteer Appreciation; nice event but extravagant.

Here is schedule for upcoming meetings for the 2018 budget