After the budget estimates I know many of you heaved a sigh of relief. The services you cared about were not cut.

What people need to know is that the budget estimates presented on November 9th are very different from what could be passed by council. Council has to find ways of closing a $19 million gap and cuts to services are one way that could happen. If cuts are not made, there is also concern about how the gap will be closed.

In 2004 when drastic cuts were made, many people were concerned that our quality of life was being harmed and that we were abandoning the most vulnerable people in our community.

On Wednesday, November 23rd, I am holding a budget consultation at Holy Trinity High School, 180 Katimavik Road. Details are:

6:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Open House
7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Town Hall

Seniors Budget Consultation I will also be holding a consultation for seniors on Friday, November 25 from 9:30 – 11:00 am at the Kanata Seniors Centre located at 2500 Campeau Drive.

This is your chance to speak out. I hope to see you there.

Sincerely,

Peggy

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