The votes have been counted, and ten-year loans will be taken out to buy new fire trucks in Miocene and Interlakes. In Miocene, the vote tally was 97 to 26 in favour.
The CRD’s Miocene Volunteer Fire Department will see its new pumper truck in 2024, replacing the current 2003 model which is aging out this year. Property taxes will increase by up to 18%, equal to $22.15 per $100,000 of property value. This will finance a loan of up to $800,000 and be paid off in 2033. The current 2023 residential tax rate for the Miocene Fire Protection Area is $120.47 per $100,000.
“I’d like to thank everyone who participated in the referendum to let us know their wishes on how to pay for this critical purchase,” said Maureen LeBourdais, Director for Electoral Area F (150 Mile-Horsefly-Likely). “This new purchase will allow the Miocene Volunteer Fire Department to maintain its community fire protection capabilities.”
The results of each vote will be reflected in in the requisition for the 2024-2028 financial plan which will be reviewed by the Board on November 8. Estimated tax rates provided are also subject to change depending on changes to property assessments in 2024.
Declaration of Official Results
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