by Samantha | 2026-Jun-11 | Topics
This is a long post. This conversation about property taxation is nuanced. Short and snappy explanations would do the topic and readers a disservice. Overview This post is going to talk about: Budgeting principles and process, How rates have changed and what they...
by Samantha | 2026-Mar-8 | Topics
This has been updated to include Part 2 (written on April 14, 2026). Part 1 was originally published on March 8, 2026. Part 1: Housing and Affordability in Port Moody and Our Region In 2025, Metro Vancouver released three major (and related) reports that showed the...
by Samantha | 2026-Feb-17 | Topics
Introduction This is a compilation of questions I have received regarding city finances and taxation. This post is periodically updated as I receive questions. I’ve also written about related financial topics here: Budget Consultation Ideas: What’s possible, what’s...