The Comox Valley Regional District board has adopted its 2019–2023 financial plan, which includes a total budget for 2019 of $134.8 million (a net operating budget for the year of $73.9 million and total capital spending of $60.9 million).
“The CVRD delivers 99 services across the entire Comox Valley,” board chair Bob Wells said. “Each homeowner’s property tax impact will vary depending on the mix of regional district services provided to either the municipality or electoral (rural) area in which their home is located. If residents are unsure what services are provided in their area, contact the CVRD at 250-334-6000.”
The budget reflects major projects underway throughout the region. The list below highlights some of the planned activities budgeted in 2019 as part of the overall plan:
General Fund
Regional Organics Composting Facility - $8.5 million
Comox-Strathcona Waste Management Landfill Closures - $3.4 million
Regional Office Building Project - $11 million
Morrison Creek Park Acquisition - $350,000
Seal Bay Park Upgrades - $350,000
Water Fund
Comox Valley Water Treatment Project - $16.9 million
Puntledge River Water Main Repair - $500,000
Black Creek / Oyster Bay New Water Well – $680,500
Gartley Road Water Main Upgrade (Royston) - $424,000
Sewer Fund
Sewer Conveyance Upgrades - $1 million
Equalization Basin Upgrades - $7.2 million
Compost Facility Expansion at Bevan Road - $4.2 million
These projects are in addition to regular services provided by the CVRD. These include land use planning, fire protection, electoral areas parks and greenways, building inspection, drinking water treatment and supply, and operation of the waste management centres and recreation facilities.
FMI: www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/currentbudget. Click on recommended financial plan.