Mayor Del Duca tables Vaughan’s 2025 Budget
Strong Leadership Delivering For You
Mayor Steven Del Duca issued the following statement after tonight’s Special Committee of the Whole (Budget) meeting where he led discussions on the City of Vaughan’s proposed 2025 Budget and 2026 Financial Plan (PDF):
"As we reach the two-year milestone of my time as Mayor, I'm proud to present a budget that tackles what matters most to our city – making life affordable, protecting our residents and fighting traffic gridlock. The 2025 Budget and 2026 Financial Plan is designed to meet Vaughan's needs now and in the future, delivering a city that grows stronger, safer and more prosperous every day.
"We understand that too many in our community struggle to make ends meet as household costs have skyrocketed in recent years. In this year's budget, we worked hard to keep taxes as low as possible while investing in essential services and resources, which will ensure Vaughan remains a place where residents and businesses can thrive. We're committed to making every dollar count and continuing to make Vaughan a place where families and businesses flourish.
"We're taking strong, decisive action to fight crime and protect our residents. I strongly support the budget request made by York Regional Police, which was approved by York Regional Council, and means more police officers patrolling our neighbourhoods. In addition, YRP recently opened their new substation in the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre, and last week, we announced that a new YRP substation will open in Kleinburg in early 2025. And please be assured that I will continue to push for serious bail reform that gets the criminals, especially repeat offenders, off our streets and keeps them in jail.
"As I promised, we're investing in roads to reduce congestion and give residents back their time. It's all part of a clear vision to keep Vaughan moving forward so that you spend less time in traffic and more time on what matters.
"Our economy is strong, our community is vibrant, and whether it's fighting gridlock, enhancing community safety or tackling the cost of living, we know that Vaughan is unstoppable.
"Thank you to everyone who contributed to the 2025 Budget and 2026 Financial Plan. Together, we're building a city that works for everyone and is guided by strong leadership that is delivering for you."
