Latest Release
Budget Chat 2025 Follow-up
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2025 Budget Chat for Wards 1 & 5 on January 14, where we discussed fiscal priorities and community-focused initiatives. Key topics included online issue reporting, rental licensing to address overcrowding, and a motion for safer roads. Don’t miss the upcoming Crime Prevention Workshop on February 20 at City Hall Chambers.
Past Releases
Safer Drivers = Safer Roads
Premier Ford’s accident highlights the urgent need for road safety reforms. Brampton Councillor Santos urges the province to act on the city-endorsed Safer Drivers = Safer Roads motion to address unqualified drivers and improve training.
Councillors from GTA launch an online campaign to fight Trump administration’s planned tariffs
Regional Councillors Rowena Santos and Chris Leahy are launching an ad campaign to oppose President Elect Trump’s proposed tariffs, highlighting the impact on jobs in Brampton and Durham Region. They are also inviting other municipal leaders to join the effort in delivering a unified message against the tariffs.
Mayor Patrick Brown and Members of Council table the proposed 2025 budget.
City of Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown presented the proposed 2025 Budget, emphasizing affordability, infrastructure upgrades, health care, and expanded community spaces to enhance residents’ quality of life. Key investments include $300M for transit facilities, $29M for a new community centre and library, and $81.1M in health care reserves. A 2.9% property tax levy increase balances these investments with operational savings, maintaining Brampton’s affordability and growth momentum.
