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www.oakvillebeaver.com The Oakville Beaver, Wednesday January 23, 2008 - 5 Budget committee wants your two cents worth Want to have a say on how Oakville Town Council spends your tax money? Now is your chance. Public input is being sought as part of the 2008 budget process, which begins with the presentation of the the Town's 2008 capital budget and 10-year financial forecast to the Budget Committee on Monday, Jan. 28. "The Town is facing many tough budget decisions," Oakville Mayor Rob Burton stated in a press release. "We're playing catchup from years past, as well as dealing with growth, aging infrastructure and demands for new programs and services. We're committed to finding solutions that keep us focused on the Town's strategic priorities." The Budget Committee will meet several times over the coming weeks to receive citizen input and debate 2008 funding decisions. Give Town Hall some advice via mail, e-mail or in person Budget meeting dates announced by the Town are: · Presentation of the 2008 capital budget and 10-year financial forecast, Jan. 28, 14 p.m. · Operating and capital Summary and release of budget documents, Feb. 11, 1- 4 p.m. · Staff presentations, Feb. 19, 1-4 p.m. · Staff presentations, Feb. 22, 1-4 p.m. · Staff presentations, Feb. 25, 1-4 p.m. · Public delegations and budget deliberations, Feb. 26, 9 a.m.-noon; · Budget deliberations (public delegations, if required) Feb. 27, 7-9 p.m.; · Presentation of budget; committee recommendations and final approval by Town Council March 3, 7 p.m Residents who would like to register as a delegation or provide written comments should contact Nancy Fiorentino, Committee Co-ordinator at nfiorentino@oakville.ca or 905-338-4179. Alternately, residents can e-mail their comments to budget 2008@oakville.ca. The Budget Committee will consider all submissions, whether in person, in writing, or by e-mail as part of its budget deliberations. "Oakville residents are invited to take part in the budget process," stated Budget Committee Chair Ward 4 Councillor Allan Elgar in the release. "All Budget Committee meetings are open to the public. Plus, for those who cannot attend the meetings in person, we will be broadcasting the meetings over the internet via Oakville's Town TV." To access Town TV, visit www.oakville.ca and click on the Town TV button on the homepage. Note that Windows Media Player 10 and a high speed internet connection are required to use Town TV. The 2008 capital forecast and 10-year financial forecast documents will be available on the Town website following the Jan. 28 meeting. All meetings will be held at Town Hall, 1225 Trafalgar Rd. Visit www.oakville.ca for additional information. · Full Service Design, Management & Installation · Renovation & New Install · Wide Selection of Granite & Quartz Countertops · Architectural Millwork & Custom Cabinetry Call or Visit Our Showroom 12 Mill St., Mississauga 905-812-7812 www.millstreetkitchenandbath.com Newly adjusted pricing that helps you take advantage of the strong Canadian Dollar PLUS We pay the freight up to $1,350 On select models. See dealer for details. 175 Wyecroft Rd., Oakville 905.845.6653 Between Kerr & Dorval www.lockwoodchrysler.com