The budget directions, first unveiled in August, pitched a property tax hike of around 3.75 per cent and an increase in transit fares of between 2.5 per cent and 7.5 per cent.

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Despite passing the amended budget directions for 2026, many councillors remain divided about proposed transit fare increases and caps on full-time employment at Ottawa City Hall. Article content

The budget directions, first unveiled in August, pitch a property tax hike of around 3.75 per cent. This includes an increase of 2.9 per cent for most city operations and programs and commits to “significant” investments in public transit and public safety. It also includes the largest increase to the Ottawa Police Service budget in 15 years. Article content Article content

Mayor Mark Sutcliffe said o

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