The municipality is inviting residents to provide input on its 2027 budget.
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NELSON — Residents can weigh in on Nelson's 2027 municipal budget through an online survey as city council reviews spending priorities and plans for the next five years.
The City of Nelson is directing residents to its Budget 2027 page on Let's Talk Nelson, where they can complete the survey, explore upcoming capital projects and submit questions. The city says public feedback will help council weigh service costs and infrastructure needs against the financial impact on residents and businesses.
Council held a special budget meeting Monday, Nov. 9, and another is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 13. Budget materials available online include presentations on municipal finances and proposed water and wastewater spending.
The city says much of its infrastructure dates to the 1950s through 1970s. Most capital spending planned over the next five years is focused on renewing or replacing existing assets. Budget discussions also cover services such as roads, recreation, emergency services and garbage collection.
No survey closing date was listed on the city's budget pages reviewed Nov. 11.
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