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20 THE NEW TANNER THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 200: Environmental Bonus: Average Halton assessment has increased by 13.43 % since 2003 Assessment notices -from the Municipal Prop- erty Assessment Corporation (MPAC) delivered last week show the average increase for properties in Halton Region is 13.43 per cent above June 2003. The assessment notices will be used to determine Halton property taxes for 2006. They reflect an updated appraisal of properties over the 18-month period from June 30, 2003 to January 1, 2005. Halton residential proper- ties increased by 14.08 per cent, compared to a pro- vincial average increase of 12.68 per cent. Commercial and industrial property in- creases in Halton increased "an average of 11.70 per cent and 10.76 per cent, respec- tively, compared to average provincial increases of 9.92 per cent and 9.28 per cent. "Residents often conclude that an increase in their as- sessment translates into a corresponding increase to their taxes, however, this is not always the case," said Halton Region's Commis- sioner of Corporate Services and Regional Treasurer Jane ~MacCaskill. "As a general 'guideline, those properties that have increased at a level below or at the municipal average will not experience assessment related increases. However, the final amount by which a specific property experiences a tax increase will not be known until tax "Sates are set in the spring of 2006." Receipt of the assess- ment triggers the beginning of a detailed analysis of "taxes by a team consisting of finance staff from the Region and Halton's four local municipalities: Halton Hills, Burlington, Milton and Oakville. The team will measure the impact of tax increases resulting from all "pproved 2006 budgets, and The Limehouse Kiln Society was presented with a $5,000 chi Environment at a brief ceremony in the Limehouse Memorial Hall prior to a guide the Limehouse Conservation Area on Tuesda' test the impact of how these taxes are distributed. The Province requires that assessment-related property tax increases for non-resi dential properties be capped at 10.0 per cent, which results in a shifting of costs onto other properties in Halton. In addition, the Province has given municipalities discretionary tools to adjust the impact of taxation on certain properties or property classes. Halton Regional Council will review recommenda- tions from the tax team in the spring of 2006, and establish final tax rates for bills issued to property owners in the second half of 2006. es Couples & - Property owners who be- lieve that the assessed value of their property is incorrect eque from the TD Friends of the d tour of the historic lime kilns in 'y morning. Kiln Society President Mary Shier accepts the cheque, centre atti, re should contact MPAC at 1- 866-296-MPAC (6722), or L Southgate Studio 8387 Hwy 7 a Rockwood On. *? | $49.99 *Built-in digital camera with video. *Built-in handsfree. - "Bluetooth wtih EDGE 5 "Digital VGA camera with dedicated camera button & portrait capabilty. *Nokia Xpress audio messaging system. Family Plan Uiliited weekend calling tween Meinibers : FRE E ba local ealling Transformation & Change hrough Imagery & Art individual & group work for adults & children high speed mobile data. go to www.mpac.ca. Suzanne desyiva ~painter~ E.C.E. RN BASC. 519-856-2801 email southgate@sentex.net per month 'for 2 phones WHO: You and a friend WHENNovember 18, 2005 ve i8a.m. - 8p.m. 2 and try out | our Magic\Cuisine! We _have items from our u to try. We will be providing: Food Sampling * Amazing Discounts Prize draw for George Forman Grill * Free Gifts | As well as: "Bring a friend and you BOTH receive a GIFT BAG just for being there! "If your friend joins Herbal Magic Acton on Friday ONLY - You receive: $45 in MAGIC MONEY as well as a case of Quickie Shakes or Premium Bars of your choice, Your friend receives: 80% off the purchase of a full program, as well as a case of Quickie Shakes or Premium Bars of their choice! Don't know anything about our full _ programs? Stop by for a free | consultation and find out | TODAY!