#spending

šŸ’° Where Did Your Tax Dollars Go?

The City of Rossland spent $501,453 of your tax dollars in August 2025 on municipal services and programs. From youth activities to fire safety, infrastructure upgrades to museum support - your money funded dozens of community initiatives.

šŸ›ļø Council must now approve this monthly spending report as part of our city's financial transparency measures.

  • šŸ’» $18,211 in computer-printed payments for regular operations

  • šŸ¦ $203,565 in electronic fund transfers to service providers

  • šŸ’³ $279,678 in EFT payments for major contracts and projects

  • šŸ“Š 132 total payments processed with full oversight controls

  • šŸ” Every dollar tracked and requires Council approval for transparency

  • šŸŽ† $12K Youth Action Network programming (final payment)

  • šŸ”„ $11K Fire Smart wildfire protection services

  • šŸ›œ $13K skateboard park upgrades for local youth

  • šŸ¢ $34K museum revitalization grant work

  • šŸ‘„ $33K Age Friendly programming for seniors

  • 🌳 $16K dangerous tree removal for public safety

Why This Matters for Accountability šŸ”

This monthly cheque register serves as a crucial transparency tool - giving residents regular insight into city spending beyond just quarterly reports.

āœ… Multiple staff review every payment āœ… Council approves all expenditures āœ… Aligns with approved 2025-2029 budget āœ… Follows Community Charter requirements

Do you think the city's spending priorities in August reflected what matters most to Rossland residents? What municipal services or programs would you want to see more investment in?

šŸ“… Next Steps & How to Engage

Council will vote on approving this spending report at their next meeting. This is your chance to:

• Ask questions about specific expenditures • Provide input on spending priorities • Learn more about the city's financial oversight

šŸ›ļø Attend council meetings to stay informed about how your tax dollars are invested in our community!