The County of Huron passed it's 2026 budget last week and the upper-tier municipality will see a reduction in events and services as a result of cuts made to lower the tax rate.
Even after opting to eliminate 13 non-union staff positions, the tax levy will still increase 4.55 per cent in 2026.
The County says as a result of these difficult decisions, 19 programs and events will be significantly scaled back or cancelled. Details on which programs will be cancelled entirely has not been shared, but in a media release, the County said it will work collaboratively with partners as these changes take effect.
"These decisions were not made lightly," said Warden Jamie Heffer in the release. "While the tough choices made in this budget will impact some County services, the 2026 Budget reflects a responsible, forward-looking approach that will strengthen the County of Huron’s ability to serve our community well into the future."
Huron County also announced its participation in the Counties EV Charger Network, the Huron Stewardship Council, the Healthy Lake Huron Steering Committee and the County Climate Action Plan would no longer be possible.
It will also see reduced support for sector organizations such as Huron Manufacturing Association.
