News Release
Halifax Regional Council Seeking Public Input on Budget
(Thursday, January 23/2003)-- Halifax Regional Council is inviting residents of the municipality to get involved in the 2003/2004 Budget Process.
In the coming weeks, HRM Financial Services staff will be making brief presentations at meetings of the six Community Councils to provide the public with a general overview of the Budget process and current financial issues.
Community Councils Meeting Place Date
| Western | Keshen Goodman Library | Jan. 27 / 7:00PM |
| Chebucto | Keshen Goodman Library | Feb. 03 / 7:00PM |
| Harbour East | 90 Alderney Drive, Council Chambers | Feb. 06 / 7:00PM |
| Peninsula | Council Chambers, Halifax City Hall | Feb. 10 / 7:00PM |
| Marine Drive Valley and Canal | Oyster Pond / Jeddore Fire Hall | Feb. 10 / 7:00PM |
| North West | Sackville Public Library | Feb. 13 / 7:00PM |
Residents who wish to pass along their thoughts, ideas or comments regarding the proposed 2003/2004 Budget may e-mail hrmbudget@region.halifax.ns.ca or send in written submissions to the Office of the Municipal Clerk, P.O. Box 1749, Halifax, N.S., B3J 3A5.
For general inquiries about HRM's proposed 2003-2004 Budget, residents are encouraged to visit the HRM website at www.halifax.ca or call the Corporate Call Centre at 490-4000 or toll free at 1-800-835-6428 (TDY # 490-6645).
The 2003/2004 Budget is expected to be tabled before Halifax Regional Council on February 24, 2003.
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John O'Brien
Corporate Communications Officer
(902) 490-6531
