Episode 25: The Municipal Budget (with Carlee Price and Councillor Ralph Forsyth)

On episode 25, Councillor Ralph Forsyth joins Mayor Jack Crompton to discuss the municipal budget with the RMOW director of Finance Carlee Price.  Carlee acts as the chief financial officer for the RMOW and is responsible for directing and overseeing the municipal financial operations. 

 They discuss how the budget is composed and the funding benefits of living in a resort community. They touch on key issues including reserves, long term asset management, housing taxes, and budget myths including deficits and affordable housing.

 The Whistler municipal budget community meeting will take place virtually on November 16.  Residents are encouraged to attend and participate.  Feedback is welcomed, and must be
submitted by December 1. Learn more at whistler.ca/budgetopenhouse.