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The budget supports Town operations and over 40 services, including:

1. Parks, recreation and community events 
2. Fire and emergency services 
3. By-law enforcement 
4. Infrastructure improvements (like roads) 
5. Environment/Climate change programs and support
6. Local transit 
7. Libraries 
8. Cycling, walking, open space trails and active transportation 

There are two main components of the Town budget: operating and capital.

The operating budget pays for all the day-to-day activities and needs of the corporation, including:

• Waste and recycling collection
• Winter maintenance
• Utilities
• Insurance
• Reserve fund contributions
• Salaries and wages

The capital budget pays for one-time projects that help us invest in Caledon’s growth:

• New projects 
• Rehabilitating existing infrastructure (such as buildings, roads and bridges)

The General Committee discusses the draft budget during a series of meetings. A proposed budget will be presented to Council for input followed by a Council meeting for a final decision. All meetings are open to the public.