GLENCOE, ON – At its February 11, 2026 meeting, Council approved the Municipality of Southwest Middlesex’s 2026 Budget, continuing significant investments in infrastructure while maintaining a responsible and competitive tax rate.
The approved municipal tax increase for 2026 is 4.777%. When combined with the Middlesex County increase and assuming the education portion remains unchanged, the overall blended property tax increase is estimated at approximately 4.08%. The increase results in an impact of approximately $135 per year, or about $11.25 per month on every $200,000 of residential assessment.
Mayor Allan Mayhew noted that the budget reflects Council’s commitment to balancing fiscal responsibility with strategic investment. “This budget reflects Council’s focus on protecting essential services while investing in infrastructure that supports growth and safeguards our community,” said Mayor Mayhew. “We are addressing long-standing infrastructure needs while positioning Southwest Middlesex for both long-term success and sustainability.”
The final budget will be approved by by-law at the February 18, 2026 Council Meeting.
Please see the attached news release for further information about the 2026 Budget.