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Canadians Should Have A Referendum Before Changing Voting System

January 28, 2016

I would like to update you on an emerging issue that is sure to dominate headlines. The Liberals want to change our voting system, a system we have used for…

Puslinch Residents Concerned About Tax Increases

January 25, 2016

Mayor and Township Councilors Puslinch Township Council: Thank you for providing the opportunity for the taxpaying residents to have some input into the budget and to Paul Creamer for doing…

Update On Puslinch Tax Increase Public Meeting

January 22, 2016

I’d like to start by saying thank you to everyone who braved the cold last night to attend the Public Meeting on the proposed 2016 Tax Increase in Puslinch. I’d…

Puslinch Township strategic planning session looks 10 years into the future

January 21, 2016

by Mike Robinson. ABERFOYLE – There were no crystal balls, but clearly Puslinch residents are ready to stake a claim in looking forward into the community’s future. On Jan. 14…

Does $33,000 Really Equal A 1% Tax Increase In Puslinch?

January 20, 2016

Is Every Extra $33,000 Spent In Puslinch Really A 1% Tax Increase? Since posting this article about the upcoming Puslinch tax increases I’ve seen facebook comments questioning this and have…

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Puslinch Tax Budget Protest. Every Voice Makes a Difference.

January 19, 2016

You can still have a say in what Puslinch Councillors do with your tax dollars this year. If you are unable to attend the public meeting at the Council Chambers…

Wellington County Taxes On The Rise – Another Hit For Puslinch Residents

January 18, 2016

Since we’ve been talking so much about taxes lately I felt it necessary to also publicize the large increases in your tax bill that are coming from Wellington County in…

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Should Rural Milton Join The Township of Puslinch?

January 16, 2016

Should Rural Milton Join The Township of Puslinch? At least one resident thinks so. Click here to read his full editorial letter. “I believe it is time for rural residents…

Public Meeting Jan 21: Have Your Say On 2016 Puslinch Tax Increases

January 15, 2016

By Kevin Johnson & Daina Makinson Puslinch Township appears to be on the verge of regressing back to the days of unfettered tax increases. During the last municipal election it…

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What’s up in 2016? Most likely, your hydro bill.

January 8, 2016

By Ted Arnott. As of the end of December, the Ontario Government phased out the “Ontario Clean Energy Benefit,” which in recent years has reduced electricity bills by 10 percent….