The now-standard three per cent annual property tax increase was supported by a majority of Ottawa city council members Wednesday for the 2022 municipal budget, with some arguing before the vote that these extraordinary times demand a different tack from city hall, while Mayor Jim Watson defended the status quo for the same reason. Read More
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Councillors approve three per cent tax increase for 2022, thought not all onboard with status quo
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