2025-10-29 Finance Committee Agenda Packet - Open Session
Finance Committee Meeting
Open Session
August 20, 2025
MINUTES OPEN SESSION FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING
AUGUST 20, 2025 AT 1:20 PM
MEETING CONDUCTED BY ELECTRONIC PARTICIPATION
Present: Mayor D. Noade Reardon
Councillor G. Sullivan
Councillor P. Radwan
Councillor G. Stewart
Absent: Councillor G. Norton
Also
Present: Chief Administrative Office B. McGovern
Commissioner of Finance and Treasurer K. Fudge
General Counsel M. Tompkins
Fire Chief R. Nichol
Assistant Deputy Chief L. Robichaud
Commissioner Human Resources S. Hossack
Commissioner Public Works & Transportation M. Hugenholtz
Commissioner Utilities & Infrastructure I. Fogan
Director Financial Services J. Forgie
Director Financial Services C. Lavigne
Intermediate Accountant V. Parikh
Director Engineering M. Baker
Director Development and Community Services C. McKiel
Director Corporate Performance S. Rackley-Roach
Director Legislative Services / City Clerk J. Taylor
Administrative Assistant K. Tibbits
1. Meeting Called to Order
Councillor Sullivan called the Finance Committee open session meeting to order.
2. Approval of Minutes
2.1 Minutes of May 14, 2025
Moved by Mayor Noade Reardon, seconded by Councillor Stewart:
RESOLVED that the minutes of May 14, 2025 be approved.
MOTION CARRIED.
3. Approval of Agenda
Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Mayor Noade Reardon:
RESOLVED that the agenda of August 20, 2025 be approved.
MOTION CARRIED.
4. Disclosures of Conflict of Interest
No disclosures.
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5.Consent Agenda
6. Business Matters
6.1 2024 Audited Financial Statements
(J. Mallais and A. Gidney, Deloitte, joined the meeting electronically)
Ms. Gidney The City of Saint John Report to the Finance Committee
An audit of the financial statements was
performed in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. The audit opinion of the
financial statements is clean and presented fairly in all material respects, and in accordance to Canadian
public sector accounting standards.
An in-camera session with members of the Finance Committee was held to confirm that there are no
known or suspected cases of fraud.
Moved by Councillor Stewart, seconded by Mayor Noade Reardon:
RESOLVED that the Finance Committee approve the 2024 Consolidated Financial Statements, the 2024
Saint John Trade and Convention Centre Financial Statements, and 2024 Trust Funds Financial Statements
and forward to Common Council for approval.
MOTION CARRIED.
(J. Mallais and A. Gidney withdrew from the meeting)
6.2 2026 Shape your Budget Public Engagement
2026 Shape Your Budget - Public Engagement
provided an overview of the survey results from the 706 participants (an increase of 358% over last year).
The results are not statistically significant but do provide interesting information to consider as the budget
process continues. The results of the survey are for informational purposes.
Moved by Mayor Noade Reardon, seconded by Councillor Radwan:
documents be received for information.
MOTION CARRIED.
6.3 Fiscal Reform Update
K. Fudge reviewed the submitted , noting that the
information used are best estimates, and that confirmed amounts are forthcoming from the province in
September. The new funding model includes three funding streams Fiscal Capacity (Equalization)
Funding, Capital Renewal Funding, and Regional Services Support Funding.
Moved by Mayor Noade Reardon, seconded by Councillor Stewart:
RESOLVED that the Fiscal Reform Update be received for information.
MOTION CARRIED.
6.4 Amendment to Wage Escalation Policy
K. Fudge ,
noting the importance of the policy as part of the Long-Term Financial Plan to ensure wage and benefit
budgets are affordable for taxpayers. Two revisions to the Wage & Benefit Budget Escalation Policy is
recommended the Equalization Grant Revenue and Wage Escalation Growth Factor. The amendment to
the Wage Escalation Policy will continue to mitigate the risk of the City falling into future structural deficits
while increasing transparency of calculation within the policy.
Moved by Mayor Noade Reardon, seconded by Councillor Stewart:
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RESOLVED that the Finance Committee recommends that Common Council approve the amended Wage
and Benefits Escalation Policy FAS-007.
MOTION CARRIED.
6.5 2026 General & Utility Capital Budget Recommendation
I. 2026 Draft General and Utility Fund Capital BudgetThe
proposed capital budgets align with the Capital Budget Policy, Reserve Policies and the Long-Term
ensuring there is also new investment.
Moved by Mayor Noade Reardon, seconded by Councillor Stewart:
RESOLVED that the Finance Committee approves the 2026 Draft General and Utility Fund Capital Budgets
and that the budgets be forwarded to the next meeting of Common Council for receive and file.
MOTION CARRIED.
6.6 2025 June Operating Budget Year-to-Date Results General and Utility Fund
2025 General and Utility Fund Year-to-Date
Financial Results. Most variances are due to timing differences. Overall, the financial results suggest a
surplus which is mainly attributable to various vacancies and timing of the goods and services budget.
Own source revenue is on budget, with a very favourable variance in building permits. There is however,
some anticipated financial pressures due to the recent winter season and infrastructure failures.
Moved by Mayor Noade Reardon, seconded by Councillor Stewart:
RESOLVED that the Finance Committee receive and file the submitted presentation and direct any
questions to staff.
MOTION CARRIED.
7. Adjournment
Moved by Mayor Noade Reardon, seconded by Councillor Stewart:
RESOLVED that the Finance Committee meeting be adjourned.
MOTION CARRIED.
The Finance Committee open session meeting held on August 20, 2025, was adjourned at 3:10 p.m.
|N EW B RUNSWICK
C ITY OF S AINT J OHN
AA NNUAL NNUAL RR EPORT EPORT 20220244
F OR THE YEAR ENDED D ECEMBER 31,2024
T ABLE OF C ONTENTS
2024Timeline…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………………….……….3
Welcome to Saint John…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...4
Vision and Mission.…………………………………………………………………….…………...…………………… ………….…………....5
Approved General Fund Budget and Property Tax Rate…………………………………………………………………………...6
Message from the Mayor...……………………………….……………………………………………………………..………………….....7
Message from the Chief Administrative Officer……………………………………………………………………….………………8
Message from the Chief Financial Officer…………………………………………………………………………………………...……9
Your Mayor and Council………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………….10
Council Remuneration, Professional Development and Dinner Fund……………………………….…………………….12
Council Meetings ……….………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...13
Public Safety Committee ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………15
Finance Committee ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...16
Growth Committee………………………………………………………………………….………………………………………………..….16
Municipal Grants………….………………………………………………………………….………………………………………………..….17
2024 General Fund Results.………………………………………………………………………………………………………….……….19
2024 Utility Fund Results……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….20
Financial Statement Discussion and Analysis...…..………………………………….……………………………………………….21
Consolidated Financial Statements……………….……………………………………………………………………………………….22
Alook back at 2024-
in our city, our province, our country, our world
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January5, 2024
Saint John has been named one of CNN’s top
travel destinations in 2024, the only Canadian
city to make the list this year.
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April 8, 2024
Canadians had the rare chance to witness a
once in a lifetime solar eclipse.
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June 2, 2024
Claudia Sheinbaum was elected as Mexico’s first
female president.
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July 1,2024
Saint John's population reached 78,165 on July
1, 2024, the highest since the early 1980s
July 22, 2024
Wildfires destroyed significant portions of
Historic Jasper National Park and the Town of
Jasper.
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October 21, 2024
Liberal Leader Susan Holtbecamethefirst
woman premierof New Brunswick
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November 5, 2024
Donald Trump wins the US election, becoming the
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45President of the United States.
December9th, 2024
The City passes 2025 budget with highest amount
to date and with lowest property tax rate over
two decades.
W ELCOME TO SAINT JOHN
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The City of Saint John has the second largest population base in New Brunswick at 78,165 residents (On July 1,
2024 as per Statistics Canada). It is, however, New Brunswick’s largest city, covering an area of 316 square
kilometers. In fact, both Fredericton (133 km²) and Moncton (142 km²) would fit within the boundaries of the City.
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Saint John CMA’s population stands at 142,422 (On July 1, 2024 as per Statistics Canada). According to Statistics
Canada, the greater Saint John area posted positive population growth of 2.4% out of which the City of Saint John
accounted for more than 80% of this new regional growth (Annual Demographic Estimates: Sub provincial Areas,
July 1, 2024).
Located in southern New Brunswick, along the Bay of Fundy, Saint John is Canada’s oldest City as it was incorporated
in 1785. Saint John is the only City in New Brunswick having road, air and port connectivity providing enormous
opportunities to businesses to grow. Throughout the years, the City has grown into a historically rich and culturally
diverse city. Citizens enjoy a thriving arts and cultural community and easy access to a variety of exceptional
recreational facilities and green spaces.
V ISION AND M ISSION
Now more than ever, the future is looking up, and by putting our mission and vision into action, we look forward to
working together to uplift our community and achieve new heights. We recognize that our port city is so much more
than a physical place – it’s our people who make it home. Wherever you are from, we are committed to fostering a
community where you can meaningfully connect and fulfil your potential.
A PPROVED G ENERAL F UND B UDGET AND P ROPERTY T AX R ATES
Below is the summary of approved General fund budget and residential property tax rates from the year 2021 to 2025.
Despite economic and supply chain challenges faced by the world, City of Saint John has continuously thrived to increase
budget spending year over year and still reduced the property tax rates to be competitive with other municipalities within
the province.
AM ESSAGE FROM THE M AYOR
In 2024, Saint John advanced the momentum built in recent
years, with a renewed focus on thoughtful development,
community connection, and long-term sustainability. This
was a year defined by progress. Whether through the
opening of vibrant public spaces, major investments in our
cultural institutions, or the continued transformation of our
waterfront and core neighbourhoods, each milestone reflects
our commitment to making Saint John an even better place
to live, work, and visit. We’ve remained focused on creating
a city that balances growth with livability, and progress with
care. I’m proud to highlight some of the major achievements
from 2024 that will shape Saint John for generations to come.
This year we formally welcomed our new waterfront plaza.
Itholi maqahamok, a Wolastoqey term meaning “The
Gathering Space,” transformed the historic Market Slip into a
The City of Saint John received 707 building permits in
vibrant space for all seasons. Featuring an expanded stage,
2024, surpassing the five-year average of 686 for the same
skating rink, tidal steps, indoor/outdoor patios, vendor plaza,
period. Construction activity totalled $156 million in value.
amphitheatre, rock pool water feature, and accessible
Harbour Passage, the space anchors our waterfront as a hub
Saint John has advanced plans for a modern multipurpose
for festivals, concerts, community gatherings, and daily
recreational facility located adjacent to the Irving Oil Field
enjoyment.
House on McAllister Drive. The proposed complex will
feature two regulation-sized ice rinks, curling sheets,
Construction progressed on the transformative Fundy Quay
community rooms, and space for a relocated East Branch
mixed-use development. This multi-phase project includes
Library and wellness center.
five buildings and features 677 residential units, over 400
parking spaces, ground floor commercial space, a new
In 2024, Port Saint John added two new post-Panamax
seawall, and extended HarbourPassage.
container cranes, bringing the total to six. This
strengthened Saint John’s role in international trade and
created more job opportunities along the waterfront.
contract to transform Main Street North and the Viaduct into
a greener, safer multi modal corridor.
As we reflect on the progress made in 2024, it’s clear that
Saint John is a city on the rise, growing in population,
In early 2024, significant milestones included municipal
ambition, and opportunity. Each project, from revitalized
rezoning and heritage amendments to pave the way for the
streets to landmark cultural investments, is part of a
revitalization of the New Brunswick Museum at 277 Douglas
broader vision: a city that embraces its past while building
Avenue. The existing 1934-era structure is being preserved
boldly for the future. We are creating spaces that bring
and expanded into a new 1
people together, infrastructure that supports active and
exhibition galleries, research facilities, community spaces, a
inclusive communities, and a local economy that is more
café, boutique, and library.
dynamic than ever. The momentum we’ve built in 2024is
just the beginning. With continued collaboration, vision,
was confirmed. Groundbreaking occurred in 2024,
and determination, I have no doubt that the years ahead
construction is underway, and a 2027 reopening is
will bring even greater opportunity for the people of Saint
anticipated.
John.
Mayor Donna Noade Reardon
A M ESSAGE FROM THE C HIEF
A DMINISTRATIVE O FFICER
To continue to build on our momentum and realize
the significant opportunities before us we must
remain committed in our focus of wise fiscal
management and of growing our City. Only by
remaining disciplined in each of our decisions will we
achieve our long-term goals and those within our
strategic plan. With that will come the continued
growth of our community and vibrancy that we are
experiencing.
In closing, a sincere thank you to all involved, your
contributions are making a significant positive impact.
Let’s continue moving Saint John forward together.
J. Brent McGovern
I am incredibly proud of the City for its financial
accomplishments and its disciplined approach that is helping
transform our fiscal performance.
The time and effort put into the development of sound
financial policies; long term financial plans (General Fund and
Utility Fund) and a strategic plan are serving the taxpayer of
Saint John well. Finance Committee, Council and staff have
worked as one to remain committed and focused on bringing
value to the taxpayers and rate payers through good fiscal
discipline. These policies and plans set the course for an even
more efficient City of Saint John operation that focuses on
bringing additional value to those who choose to make Saint
John home, a place to do business or a place to visit.
I am personally convinced that the positive and ongoing
transformation of Saint John will continue for many years to
come now that a strong foundation has been established and
record-breaking growth is occurring. Our community is
growing in population, in the number of businesses, jobs,
housing, tourism, and innovation and setting new records for
investment. It is an exciting time.
AM ESSAGE FROM THE C HIEF F INANCIAL O FFICER
I am pleased to present the financial results for the City of
Saint John for the year ended December 31, 2024. This year
has been marked by significant progress and financial
stability, reflecting our commitment to prudent financial
management and strategic investments.
In 2024 the city achieved the highest level of population
growth since the early 1980’s, achieved development
milestones with building permit values well above the five-
year average, and had a banner year for housing
construction.
The consolidated financial statements for 2024 have been
prepared in accordance with Public Sector Accounting
Standards (PSAS) as recommended by the Chartered
Professional Accountants of Canada Public Sector Accounting
Board (PSAB). Our financial position remains strong, with
total financial assets amounting to $294,266,216, an increase
from $263,160,883 in 2023. This growth is a testament to our
effective asset management and investment strategies.
Our cash flow management remains robust, with cash
provided by operating transactions amounting to
With respect to the Statement of Financial Position, the City’s
$87,020,862. Although this is a slight decrease from
total financial liabilities have decreased to $300,343,424 from
$92,380,786 in 2023, it reflects our continued focus on
$321,964,045 in the previous year. This reduction in liabilities
operational efficiency. We have also made significant
has significantly improved our net debt position, which now
investments in capital projects, with cash used in
stands at $(6,077,208), a remarkable improvement from
capital transactions totaling $(57,424,409).Our
$(58,803,162) in 2023. Additionally, our non-financial assets
financing transactions and investing transactions have
have increased to $1,017,442,581, up from $1,006,163,598
been managed prudently, resulting in an increase in
in 2023. These figures highlight our ongoing efforts to
cash and cash equivalents of $18,547,125 for the year.
enhance our infrastructure andasset base.
In conclusion, the financial results for 2024 reflect our
Our total long-term debt has decreased to $157,173,000
commitment to sound financial management and
from $170,491,740 in 2023.Through prudent risk
strategic investments. We remain dedicated to
management, reserve funds have increased to $71,222,974,
enhancing the financial health and sustainability of the
up from $48,716,706 in the previous yearwhich reflects our
City of Saint John, ensuring that we continue to provide
strong operational performance.
high-quality services to our residentsand a sure bet for
investors.
With respect to Statement of Operations,consolidated
revenues reached $266,782,013, up from $243,496,238 in
Thank you for your continued support.
2023. This increase in revenue is primarily driven by property
taxes and water and sewer revenue. On the expense side,
Kevin Fudge
consolidated expenses for the year were $227,571,985,
compared to $213,858,225 in 2023. Despite the rise in
expenses, we achieved an annual surplus of $39,210,028, up
from $29,638,013 in the previous year. This surplus
underscore our ability to manage costs effectively while
delivering essential services to our community.
Y OUR M AYOR AND C OUNCIL
The City of Saint John has a council of 10 members and a mayor. Two of the councillors represent the city-at-large and two each
represent the City’s 4 wards. Council term is normally four years. Municipal elections are held on the second Monday in May to
which the newly elected Council assumes office the fourth Monday in May.
Council Members for 2024 and their responsibilities as follows:
Mayor Donna Noade Reardon – Cities of New Brunswick, City Manager Performance Review Committee, Finance Committee,
Growth Committee, Nominating Committee, Saint John Board of Police Commissioners, Public Safety Committee
Deputy Mayor (Ward 2 Councillor) John MacKenzie – Federation of Canadian Municipalities, Growth Committee,
Nominating Committee, North End Advisory Committee
Ward 1 Councillor Joanna Killen – Cities of New Brunswick, Code of Conduct Complaints Committee, Growth
Committee, Community Arts Board, Saint John Industrial Parks Board
Ward 1 Councillor Greg Norton – Code of Conduct Complaints Committee, Finance Committee, Aquatic Centre
Commission, Saint John Board of Police Commissioners, Public Safety Committee (Appointed as replacement of Councillor David
Hickey on October 28, 2024)
Ward 2 Councillor Barry Ogden – Civic Commemoration Committee, Community Grants Evaluation Committee, Public
Safety Committee, North End Advisory Committee
Ward 3 Councillor David Hickey (Resigned in October 2024) – Civic Commemoration Committee, Code of Conduct
Complaints Committee, Finance Committee, Nominating Committee, Public Safety Committee, Uptown Saint John
Ward 3 Councillor Gerry Lowe – Growth Committee, Nominating Committee, Planning Advisory Committee, Saint John
Transit Commission, Saint John Industrial Parks Board
Ward 3 Councillor Mariah Darling (Elected in December 2024)
Ward 4 Councillor Paula Radwan – Code of Conduct Complaints Committee, Finance Committee, Heritage Development
Board, Community Arts Board
Ward 4 Councillor Greg Stewart – City Manager Performance Review Committee, Community Grants Evaluation
Committee, TD Station Commission, PRO Kids, Public Safety Committee, Saint John Transit Commission, Finance Committee
(Appointed as replacement of Councillor David Hickey on October 28, 2024)
Councillor at Large Brent Harris – Federation of Canadian Municipalities, Growth Committee, Saint John Transit
Commission
Councillor at Large Gary Sullivan – City Manager Performance Review Committee, Code of Conduct Complaints
Committee, Finance Committee, Planning Advisory Committee, Public Safety Committee, Saint John Energy
C OUNCIL R EMUNERATION
In 2024 the Mayor and Councillors received salaries totaling $458,215 as detailed below by position.
Member of CouncilSalary in 2024
Mayor Donna Noade Reardon$95,953
Deputy Mayor John MacKenzie $46,450
Councillor Joanna Killen$35,546
Councillor Greg Norton$35,546
Councillor Barry Ogden $35,546
Councillor David Hickey$30,077
Councillor Gerry Lowe$35,546
Councillor Paula Radwan $35,546
Councillor Greg Stewart $35,546
Councillor Brent Harris $35,546
Councillor Gary Sullivan $35,546
Councillor Mariah Darling $1,367
C OUNCIL P ROFESSIONAL D EVELOPMENT F UND
In 2024 the Mayor and Councillors spent on professional development totaling $7,648 as detailed below by position.
Member of Council Expense in 2024
Mayor Donna Noade Reardon$1,402
Deputy Mayor John MacKenzie $1,643
Councillor Joanna Killen $0
Councillor Greg Norton$702
Councillor Barry Ogden $0
Councillor David Hickey$200
Councillor Gerry Lowe $0
Councillor Paula Radwan $3,000
Councillor Greg Stewart $0
Councillor Brent Harris $0
Councillor Gary Sullivan $702
C OUNCIL D INNER F UND
In 2024 the Mayor and Councillors spent on Dinner Fund totaling $6,349 as detailed below by position.
Member of Council Expense in 2024
Mayor Donna Noade Reardon$574
Deputy Mayor John MacKenzie $860
Councillor Joanna Killen $258
Councillor Greg Norton$513
Councillor Barry Ogden $868
Councillor David Hickey$877
Councillor Gerry Lowe $680
Councillor Paula Radwan $690
Councillor Greg Stewart $640
Councillor Brent Harris $128
Councillor Gary Sullivan $261
C OUNCIL M EETINGS
All council meetings and committees of council meetings are held in Council Chamber in the Lobby Level of City Hall, 15 Market
Square. However, due to the pandemic, first six meetings were held virtually. The regular meetings are open to the public and
held every two weeks on Monday evenings beginning at 6:00 pm. Special meetings are held when there are matters that Council
determines cannot wait until a regular meeting or that will require very lengthy discussions.
2024C OUNCIL M EETING D ATES AND A TTENDANCE
Meeting Date Meeting Type Members in Attendance
January 8 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan, Stewart
January 8 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan, Stewart
January 22 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan
January 22 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan
January 31 Committee of the Whole MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
Closed
February 5 Regular Open Session Reardon, Harris, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
February 5 Committee of the Whole Reardon, Harris, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
Closed
February 20Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
February 20Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
Closed
March 4 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan, Stewart
March 4 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan, Stewart
March 11Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan,
Stewart
March 11Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan,
ClosedStewart
March 18Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan,
Stewart
March 18Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan,
Closed Stewart
April 2 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan, Stewart
April 2 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan, Stewart
April 15 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan, Stewart
April 15 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan, Stewart
April 22 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan,
Stewart
April 22 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan,
Closed Stewart
April 29 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
Meeting DateMeeting TypeMembers in Attendance
April 29Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
Closed
May 13Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan,
Stewart
May 13Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan,
Closed Stewart
May 27Regular Open SessionReardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan, Stewart
May 27Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan, Stewart
June 10 Regular Open Session Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
June 10 Committee of the Whole Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
Closed
June 17 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan, Stewart
June 17 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan, Stewart
June 24 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan, Stewart
June 24 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan, Stewart
July 8 Regular Open Session Reardon, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
July 8 Committee of the Whole Reardon, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
Closed
July 22Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan, Stewart
July 22Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan, Stewart
August 19 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan, Stewart
August 19 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan, Stewart
September 3 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan, Stewart
September 3 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan, Stewart
September 9 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan
September 9 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan
September 16Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Radwan, Stewart
September 16Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey,
Closed Radwan, Stewart
October 1 Regular Open Session MacKenzie, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
Meeting Date Meeting Type Members in Attendance
October 1 Committee of the Whole MacKenzie, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
Closed
October 15 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
October 15 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Hickey, Radwan, Stewart
Closed
October 24 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan, Stewart
October 28 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan,
Stewart
October 28 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan,
Closed Stewart
November 12 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan,
Stewart
November 12 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan,
Closed Stewart
November 13 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan, Stewart
Closed
November 25 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan,
Stewart
November 25 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan,
Closed Stewart
December 2 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan, Stewart
December 2 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan, Stewart
Closed
December 9 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan,
Stewart
December 9 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Killen, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan,
Closed Stewart
December 16 Regular Open Session Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan, Stewart,
Darling
December 16 Committee of the Whole Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Sullivan, Norton, Ogden, Lowe, Radwan, Stewart,
Closed Darling
P UBLIC S AFETY C OMMITTEE
In 2024 the Public Safety Committee consists of Mayor Donna Reardon, Councillor Gary Sullivan, Councillor Barry Ogden,
Councillor David Hickey and Councillor Greg Stewart. In October 2024, Councillor Greg Norton replaced Councillor David Hickey
following his resignation.
Meeting DateMeeting TypeMembers in Attendance
March 27Open Sullivan, Ogden, Hickey, Stewart
March 27Closed Sullivan, Ogden, Hickey, Stewart
June 20Open Reardon, Sullivan, Ogden, Hickey
June 20Closed Reardon, Sullivan, Ogden, Hickey
July 17Open Reardon, Sullivan, Ogden, Hickey, Stewart
November 20 Open Reardon, Sullivan, Ogden, Norton, Stewart
F INANCE C OMMITTEE
In 2024, the Finance Committee consistedof Mayor Donna Reardon, Councillor Gary Sullivan, Councillor Greg Norton,Councillor
Paula Radwan and Councillor David Hickey. In October 2024, Councillor Greg Stewart replaced Councillor David Hickey following
his resignation.
Meeting DateMeeting TypeMembers in Attendance
February 28 Open Reardon, Sullivan, Norton, Radwan, Hickey
February 28 Closed Reardon, Sullivan, Norton, Radwan, Hickey
May 22OpenReardon, Sullivan, Norton, Radwan, Hickey
May 22ClosedReardon, Sullivan, Norton, Radwan, Hickey
July 24Open Reardon, Sullivan, Norton, Radwan, Hickey
July 24Closed Reardon, Sullivan, Norton, Radwan, Hickey
September 18OpenReardon, Sullivan, Norton, Radwan, Hickey
October 23 Open Reardon, Sullivan, Norton, Radwan
October 23 Closed Reardon, Sullivan, Norton, Radwan
November 18 Open Reardon, Sullivan, Norton, Radwan, Stewart
November 18 Closed Reardon, Sullivan, Norton, Radwan, Stewart
December 4 Open Reardon, Sullivan, Norton, Radwan, Stewart
G ROWTH C OMMITTEE
In 2024 the Growth Committee consists of Mayor Donna Reardon, Deputy Mayor John MacKenzie, Councillor Joanna Killen,
Councillor Gerry Lowe and Councillor Brent Harris.
Meeting DateMeeting TypeMembers in Attendance
January 16Open Reardon, MacKenzie, Lowe
January 16Closed Reardon, MacKenzie, Lowe
April 16 Open Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Killen, Lowe
April 16 Closed Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Killen, Lowe
April 22 Open Reardon, MacKenzie, Killen, Lowe
April 22 Closed Reardon, MacKenzie, Killen, Lowe
May 28Open Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Killen, Lowe
July 16Open Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Killen, Lowe
July 16Closed Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Killen, Lowe
October 8 Open Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Killen, Lowe
October 8 Closed Reardon, MacKenzie, Harris, Killen, Lowe
November 19 Open MacKenzie, Harris, Killen
November 19 Closed MacKenzie, Harris, Killen
M UNICIPAL G RANTS
The Municipal Grants Program supports the City of Saint John’songoing pursuit to be a community of choice and promote
economic health to residents and visitors. This program recognizes Council’s Priorities and the City’s current and future fiscal
capacity. In 2024, the City of Saint John provided the following grants:
RecipientAmount
Arab Association of Saint John$3,000
Association O’Matabith $2,500
Association of Ubuntu Inc. $2,500
Bangladeshi Community of Saint John$2,500
Bee Me Kidz $15,000
Brazilian Association of Saint John $2,500
Chroma: Pride, Inclusion, Equity $10,000
Collective of Indonesian Cultures $2,500
Community Autism Centre Inc. $4,000
Dennis Morris Community Centre $7,000
Duck Cove Recreation $1,500
Elizabeth Fry New Brunswick $10,000
Fillipino Association of New Brunswick $2,500
First Steps Housing Project Inc. $10,000
Fundy Minor Football Association $5,000
Hillcrest Church $2,500
Inclusion NB $10,000
Ketepec Belmont Morna Outing Association $7,000
L'Arche Saint John $7,000
Lorneville Recreation Association $7,000
Martinon Community Rec Center $7,000
Milford Memorial Community Center $7,000
New Brunswick Black History Society $10,000
New Brunswick Competitive Fest $2,000
New Brunswick Youth Orchestra Inc. $7,000
Outflow Ministries Inc. $12,000
Portland United Church $1,000
Prude Inc. $7,000
Red Latin Southwest NB Inc. $3,000
Saint John Human Dev. Council $10,000
Saint John Iranian Community Inc. $2,500
Saint John Jewish Historical $3,000
Saint John Malayali Association $2,500
Saint John Multicultural & New $5,000
Saint John Tool Library $8,000
Saint John Yuvak Mitra Mandal $3,000
Seniors' Resource Centre $7,000
Shining Horizons Therapeutic R$10,000
Sophia Recovery Centre $50,000
Stonehammer Geopark $3,000
The Saint John Multicultural $5,000
Tucker Park Recreation Association $5,000
United Colours of Fashion $5,000
Total $289,000
M
UNICIPAL G RANTS (CONTINUED)
The City of Saint John believes that one of the most effective means of facilitating the development of arts and culture in Saint
John is to provide funding support to non-profit arts and/or cultural organizations serving our community. In this way, arts and
culture organizations are encouraged to establish themselves, enhance their services, and provide their programming to the
community. Accordingly, the City through the Saint John Community Arts Board has implemented the Community Arts Funding
Program. This Program is designed to provide project support for non-profit organizations or groups wishing to offer quality arts
activities in any discipline of the creative arts within the City of Saint John. In 2024, the City of Saint John issued grants totaling
$500 or more to the following:
RecipientDescription Amount
Ampersand Collaborations PerlueteIn The Gloaming $3,000
Connection Dance Works Saint John Contemporary Dance Festival2024 $3,000
Fundy Sea Shanty FestivalSpring Tide Shantyfest $3,500
Greater Saint John Chinese Cultural Association The Greater Saint John Chinese New Year Celebration $3,500
Imperial Theatre for Fog Lit Festival Fog Lit Festival: FOG LITE$3,500
Saint John Horticultural Association Violet Festival – Concert$3,500
Sugar Skulls Atlantic Canada Celebration Inc. The Dia de los Muertos Saint John$3,500
Symphony New BrunswickFour by Four: Saint John String Quartet $3,500
Symphonete by the Sea - Sur Mer Concert Season $3,000
Third Space Gallery The #Kreyzee Workshop $640
Third Space Gallery Third Shift 2024 $3,500
Uptown Saint John Uptown Sparkles $3,500
Total 37,640
2024G ENERAL F UND R ESULTS
The City of Saint Johnis required by the Local Governance Act
of New Brunswick to balance its budget. That means that
every year, the City must operate in a way where its expected
expenses equal its expected revenues. The following is a
snapshot of the General Fund results for 2024:
2024 Actual2024 Budget
Revenues
Property Taxes$ 150,579,477$ 150,579,477
Equalization & Unconditional Grant$ 13,773,578 $ 13,773,578
Financial Assistance$ 1,009,640$ 1,009,640
Surplus 2nd Previous Year$ 2,336,841$ 2,335,841
Own Source Revenue$ 28,107,676 $ 20,102,146
$ 195,807,212$ 187,800,682
Expenses
Salaries & Benefits$ 73,237,524 $ 73,546,659
Goods & Services$ 44,664,097 $ 43,728,260
Agencies, Boards & Commissions$ 43,282,814 $ 44,166,160
Fiscal Charges$ 15,412,655 $ 15,420,429
Capital from Operating$ 6,800,000$ 6,800,000
Other Miscellaneous$ 3,619,482$ 348,453
Transfers to Reserves$ 8,751,543$ 3,790,721
$ 195,768,115$ 187,800,682
General Fund Surplus$ 39,097 $ -
2024U TILITY F UND R ESULTS
The following is a snapshot of the results of the Utility Fund for
2024:
2024 Actual2024 Budget
Revenues
Charges to customers$ 63,868,633 $ 47,256,690
Charges to General Operating Fund
Water supply for fire protection$ 2,317,033$ 2,500,000
Storm sewerage$ 1,087,234$ 945,000
2nd Previous Year's Surplus$ 737,476$ 737,731
Transfer from Reserves$ 1,637,804$ 750,000
$ 69,648,180 $ 52,189,421
Expenses
Water supply
Purification and treatment$ 8,911,453$ 9,122,364
Transmission and distribution$ 6,006,834$ 5,204,576
Pumping$ 1,327,690$ 1,244,611
East watershed management$ 98,672$ 191,440
West wellfield management$ 646,884$ 484,780
Industrial Water$ 4,834,542$ 3,834,667
Sewerage collection, treatment and disposal$ 12,912,145 $ 12,650,313
Billing & collections$ 944,429$ 930,000
Engineering$ 791,820$ 837,530
$ 36,474,469 $ 34,500,281
Fiscal Charges
Interest on debenture debt$ 2,072,771$ 2,622,635
Principal installments on debenture debt$ 6,368,000$ 5,801,509
Discount on debentures issued$ - $ 8,750
Capital projects financed by the General Operating Fund$ 6,175,966$ 6,175,966
Other miscellaneous$ 5,964 $ -
Funding pension fund$ 1,148,412$ 1,124,972
Transfer to reserve$ 14,809,644 $ 1,955,308
$ 30,580,757 $ 17,689,140
Utility Fund Surplus$ 2,592,954$ -
2024 F INANCIAL S TATEMENT D ISCUSSION & A NALYSIS
The Audited Consolidated Financial Statements for the City 2023). Net Debt is a key performance indicator of a
of Saint John are prepared in accordance with Public Sector Municipality’s overall financial health. The higher the level
Accounting Standards of Canada. These standards require of Net Debt, the more future revenues will be needed to
that require consolidation of the following 13 entities: fund past transactions and events.
The City of Saint John has continued to follow its long-term
The City of Saint John General Operating Fund
financial plan. Debt of the General Funds has decreased by
The City of Saint John Capital Fund
40.0% since 2014 and the balance for end of 2024 is
The City of Saint John Utility Operating Fund
$71.57M. Saint John Water has reduced its long-term debt
The City of Saint John Utility Capital Fund
by 42.15% since 2017 with a balance of $62.16M for 2024.
Saint John Transit Commission
Harbour Station Commission
The City’s financial health continues to improve with overall
Saint John Aquatic Centre Commission
reserve balance of $71.22M, increase of $22.50M over
Saint John Trade and Convention Centre
2023. (See Note 23 Statement of Reserves)
Saint John Energy
Lord Beaverbrook Rink
Saint John Police Commission
Saint John Free Public Library
Saint John Industrial Parks (2024) Ltd.
The City of Saint John is deemed to have control over those
C ONSOLIDATED S TATEMENT OF O PERATIONS
13 entities and that is why they are included as part of the
consolidated financial statements. The financial concept of
Overall revenue has increased by $23.29M (9.56%) on the
“control” is complex but there are certain indicators as to
Consolidated Statement of Operations and Accumulated
why some of the entities connected to the City are Surplus. The actuarial adjustments on post employment
consolidated, while others are not. For example, “control”
benefits were less that previous year. Government
is present when the City has unilateral power to appoint or
transfers for Capital were down over previous year. The
remove a majority of the members of the organization or
$24.53M received in 2024 was due to various funding
appoint or remove the CEO of the organization or another
secured for projects that were undertaken in 2024.
other key personnel. These are only two examples of
control of many that exist.
Overall expenditures increased by $13.71M (6.41%) over
previous year.
The City ‘s General Operating Fund has a minor surplus of
$39,097 or 0.02% variance to budget for 2024-year end.
The Utility Operating fund had a surplus of $2,592,954 or
C ONSOLIDATED S TATEMENT OF F INANCIAL P OSITION
4.97% variance to budget for 2024-year end.
Looking at the Consolidated Statement of Financial
Position, Net Debt now stands at $6.08M for 2024 ($58.8M
FINANCECOMMITTEEREPORT
Report DateOctober 23, 2025
Meeting DateOctober 29, 2025
Service AreaStrategic Services
Chairman SullivanandMembers of Finance Committee
SUBJECT: Internal Audit Winter Management
OPEN OR CLOSED SESSION
This matter is to be discussed in Finance Committee Open Session.
AUTHORIZATION
Primary AuthorCommissioner/Dept. HeadChief Administrative Officer
Jodie ForgieKevin FudgeJ. Brent McGovern
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that Finance Committee recommend to Council to approve the
Winter Management Internal Audit as part of the 2025/2026 Internal Audit Plan.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
On March 24, 2025the Director of Public Works and Transportation Services
Chief Administrative Officer to review sidewalk services delivery options to
improve achievement of sidewalk service obje
Management Plan and make recommendations as part of the 2026 General
add an
audits. Finance committee is asked to consider this request at their next
On May 14, 2025Finance Committee received this motion and
Internal Audit commenced a review ofthe request and determined that it would
be appropriate to include the Internal Audit as the next project to be completed.
PREVIOUS RESOLUTION
N/A
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STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT
This action aligns with the Council priorities of ah9 ğƓķ t9wChwa by conducting
a review of our service delivery model for snow control and determine if there are
opportunities to optimize winter control service delivery.
REPORT
Internal Audit determined that the review of the Winter Management Plan
should be considered as the next project completed given the improvements
identified by the service area, the difficult winter experienced by the City and
that the plan has not had a formal independent review. Internal Audit has
reviewed the budget and determined that the work can be completed within the
existing budget for 2025 and the budget for 2026. In addition planning meetings
were held with both external consultants and internal stakeholders to identify
the timing and scope and it was determined that the optimal time to have this
work completed was during the winter season when the review can be
conducted live and while the operations is in action.
Internal Audit has identified KPMG as the third party consultant to perform the
review which will include subject matter experts in the field of municipal winter
Director of Internal Audit
who will report back to the Finance Committee with management action plans
and timelines.
Below includes the high level scope of the audit along with estimated budget and
timelines to complete. The work will be conducted both through virtual meetings
with several interviews and review of available data along with the a subject
matter expert coming to the City to review the operations in action.
Scope:
The review proposed by KPMG will be a systematic examination of strategies,
tools, and policies designed to mitigate the impact of winter conditions, such as
snow and ice, on public infrastructure and services. Monitoring and oversight of
a winter control program require robust controls to track performance, ensure
will review the current monitoring and performance management system to
ensure the winter program is achieving the levels of service set by council and
expected by the community. The goal of the review is to ensure operational
efficiency, cost-effectiveness, transparency and public safety during winter
months. The review will be performed in 4 phases of work (Phase 1: Initiate,
Phase 2: Assess, Phase 3: Strategize and Phase 4: Report).
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The review will achieve several key objectives:
1. Optimize winter control operations and improve service quality:
ploughing, sanding, and salting) and review the effectiveness of current
snow removal methods (i.e., roads, sidewalks, pathways, facilities).
2. Assess current levels of service:
Understand and analyze the levels of service for various routes (i.e.,
mains, designated secondaries and secondaries) and evaluate the
effectiveness of current snow removal methods during severe weather
events.
3. Review comparator winter control programs:
Co
to identify potential improvements or service delivery model
optimizations that can be explored by the city.
4. Optimize resource allocation:
Ensure effective management of human, financial, physical, and
technological resources to achieve optimal outcomes within budgetary
constraints.
5. Align with community needs:
Ensure the winter control service delivery model and associate programs
(e.g., ĭǒƩƩĻƓƷ ƭǤƭƷĻƒ ƚŅ ƷĻƒƦƚƩğƩǤ ƦğƩƉźƓŭ ĬğƓƭ during winter) is
responsive to the evolving needs, priorities and expectations of the
community.
Budget: The Budget being put forward for this work is $80,000 which will be
incurred over the remaining of 2025 year end and in the first quarter of 2026.
Timing:
The work will start as soon as the approval is received from Common Council in
November and will be complete by March of 2026. The majority of the work will
be conducted by the third party team with oversight from our Director of
Internal Audit and input/validation from the Director of Public Works and
Transportation.
SERVICE AND FINANCIAL OUTCOMES
Service delivery opportunities for winter management, currently no additional
resources have been built into the snow control budget for 2026, as these will be
revisited upon the conclusion of the internal audit and as part of the budget
process for 2027 if applicable.
INPUT FROM OTHER SERVICE AREAS AND STAKEHOLDERS
Name of Service Area/Stakeholder Name of Staff Person
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tǒĬƌźĭ ƚƩƉƭ ğƓķ ƩğƓƭƦƚƩƷğƷźƚƓ {ĻƩǝźĭĻƭ aźĭŷğĻƌ IǒŭĻƓŷƚƌƷǩ
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Finance Committee Council Receive and
Shape Your BudgetReceive and FileFile
June-JulyOctober 29November 17
September November 12December 1
Finance Committee Recommendation to
Council Feedback
Recommendation Common Council
FederalGovernment
•Senior Programs
•PovertyReduction
•Employment Programs
•FundingHealthCare
•Foreign Affairs
•Family Benefits
•Monetary Policy
•National Defense
•Postal Services
ProvincialGovernment
•Education
•Healthcare
•Highways
•IncomeAssistance
•SubsidizedHousing
•NursingHomes
•Social Services
•Justice
MunicipalGovernment
•CityRoads
•PoliceandFire
Services
•Utilities
•PublicTransit
•Zoning(landuse)
•Parks &
Recreation
•Solid Waste
AGENDA
•Section 1 – 2026 Shape your
Budget Feedback & Council
Roundtable Feedback
•Section 2 – 2026 Operating &
Capital Budget Highlights that
address feedback
•Section 3 – 2026 Draft
Operating Budget
Recommendations
Section 1: Summary
of Public Engagement
and Council Feedback
2026 Operating Budget –Public Engagement
Common Council Feedback
2026 General Fund
Budget
Comms/Website
Main Themes
Communications
Roads/Sidewalks
Housing for All support
Tax Rate Reduction
By-law Enforcement
Cleaner City
Parks & Recreation
Traffic Calming
Section 2: General
Fund Capital &
Operating Highlights
that address feedback
2026 Operating & Capital Budget Highlights that
address Council Feedback
1.1.5 Cent Tax Rate Reduction
a)Proposed Tax Rate Reduction of 1.5 cents
a)$1.55 to $1.535 per $100 of assessed value
b)Reduction of 25.00 cents in five years – 14% reduction
2.Debt Service Ratio
a)Principal & Interest on debt only 6.3% of the General Operating
Budget.
b)Fiscal Charge reduction of $1.3M from 2025 to 2026 ($14.2m to
$12.9m).
3.Parks & Recreation
a)$3 Million for Catalytic Multiplex Project (Reserve Fund up to $12
Million)
b)Funding Conceptual Design and Plan for St. Peters ballfield
c)Ellerdale Street Playground Renewal
d)Design & Capital Funding for M. Gerald Teed
e)Memorial Field Improvement Plan Funding & Backstop fencing
f)Funding for Design & Master Plan at Seaside Park
g)Skateboard Park Refurbishment
h)New $100K Recreation Fund ($25K per Ward – Policy to be
Established)
i)Shamrock Park Tennis Court Investigation & Design work
j)Tot lot (trees, benches and possibly tot lot at Intersection of Grant
Cresent and Daniel Avenue).
k)Upgrades to Rainbow Park Playground & surrounding area
l)Additional funding for the Cove (Harbour Passage Extention)
m)Additional funding for a new Cricket Field
n)Contribution (grant) to YMCA Glen Carpentar Center
2026 Operating & Capital Budget Highlights that
address Council Feedback
4.Saint John Energy Benefit
a)City Burchill Wind Farm Benefit budgeted at $1.2 million
5.Housing
a)Housing Accelerator Fund Investment in 2026 - $3.2 million.
b)Housing for All Strategy Investment in 2026 - $2.1 million.
6.Community Improvement
a)New position – Community Standards Coordinator – that will increase service levels
associated with unsightly premises, zoning, compliance, unsightly buildings and
properties.
b)New position – Assistant Building Inspector – that will be assigned to substandard units
and substandard buildings as well as vacant building files.
c)By-law enforcement/Community Enhancement Project extension (3 FTE) for another 2
years.
d)New Funding for Community Support – $1 million.
e)4 new sidewalk plows and winter management internal audit will frame resourcing
requirements.
f)Round about strategy - City Funding for a new roundabout for Loch Lomond Road
conditional upon provincial contribution. Sandy Point Road near completion. Ashburn
Road/Rothesay Road PMHP funding for design.
g)Replacement of two Saint John Transit Buses
h)Operating funding for Police Governance Review
i)$100K allocated to Communication for Website upgrades
j)City Market redesign
k)New Funding Officer position added with responsibility to seek additional capital
funding opportunities and enhance capital budget reporting for Council.
l)New funding added for Medical School Scholarship grant
Section 3
Draft 2026 Operating
Budget
Recommendations
2026 Tax Base
Saint John Assessment Base
20262025 Change%
Residential$ 6,539,988,900$ 6,389,210,200$ 150,778,7002.36%
Non Residential$ 1,647,639,200$ 1,661,584,900-$ 13,945,700-0.84%
Heavy Industrial$ 553,100,000$ 536,946,300$ 16,153,7003.01%
Total$ 8,740,728,100$ 8,587,741,400$ 152,986,7001.78%
Saint John Tax Base
20262025 Change%
Residential$ 6,539,988,900$ 6,389,210,200$ 150,778,7002.36%
Non Residential$ 2,800,986,640$ 2,824,694,330-$ 23,707,690-0.84%
Heavy Industrial$ 940,270,000$ 912,808,710$ 27,461,2903.01%
Total$ 10,281,245,540$ 10,126,713,240$ 154,532,3001.53%
Property Tax Rate1.55
Property Tax Revenue$ 159,359,306$ 156,964,055$ 2,395,2511.53%
2026 Assessment Base Growth Benchmarks
Benchmark Performance
5.00%
4.29%
4.00%
3.58%
3.01%
2.99%
2.88%
3.00%
2.69%
2.42%
2.36%
1.78%
2.00%
0.99%0.99%
0.88%
1.00%
0.19%
0.00%
0.00%
0.00%
-1.00%
ProvincialSaint JohnMonctonFredericton
-0.84%
-2.00%
TotalResidentialNon ResidentialHeavy Industrial
2026 Fiscal Capacity Grant
Saint John
$20,000,000
$17,335,948
$17,188,123
$18,000,000
$16,647,118
$13,773,579
$15,321,432
$16,000,000
$12,803,691
$14,000,000
$12,000,000
$10,000,000
$8,000,000
$6,000,000
$4,000,000
$2,000,000
$0
Saint John
202620252024202220212020
Proposed 2026 General
Operating Budget
•2026 General Operating Budget $205,078,040
•Year Over Year budget increase of approx. $10.68M or 5.5%
•Year Over Year Property Tax Revenue Increase of $853K or
0.54% (tax burden)
•Property Tax Rate of $1.535 per $100 of assessed value
•Proposed 1.5 cent reduction in tax rate – $1.55 to $1.535 per
$100
•Reduction of 25.00 cents in five years – 14% reduction
•Property Tax Multiplier
•No change in the 1.7 multiplier for Commercial and Heavy
Industrial Classes
•Need for more Flexibility in the multiplier
•Core Funding & Equalization Grant
•Equalization Grant Increased by $4,384,432 from previous
year (34.24% increase over prior year)
•Capital Renewal Funding (outside operating budget) -
$7,682,505
The City of Saint John
2026 General Fund Operating Budget
20252026
Approved BudgetBudget
$$
Revenues
2026 Draft
Property Taxes 156,964,319 157,817,119
PILT Adjustment 23,453 -
Equalization & Unconditional Grant 12,803,691 17,188,123
General
Regional Services Grant 1,006,997 1,223,082
Surplus 2nd Year Previous Year 272,858 39,097
Transfer from Operating Reserves 676,000 1,398,000
Growth & Community Services 7,216,811 9,957,165
Fund
Public Works & Transportation Services 6,726,934 7,007,828
Public Safety Services 2,208,313 2,516,407
Utilities & Infrastructure Services 340,635 275,000
Operating
Strategic Services 5,154,554 6,456,218
Saint John Energy Benefits 1,000,000 1,200,000
Total Revenues 1 94,394,563 2 05,078,040
Budget
Expenditures
Growth & Community Services 22,628,358 27,375,397
Public Works & Transportation Services 49,476,188 52,139,033
Public Safety Services - Fire, EMO and PSCC 33,675,248 34,287,394
Public Safety Services - Police Commission 30,751,388 31,999,266
Utilities & Infrastructure Services 5,453,727 5,999,874
Strategic Services 9,072,153 10,244,464
Corporate Services 8,424,251 9,314,019
Other Charges 34,913,250 33,718,593
Total Expenditures 1 94,394,563 2 05,078,040
19
Surplus (Deficit) - -
2026
Property Tax Revenue by Class
$14,433,145
9%
$42,995,145
27%
$100,388,830
64%
Residential ClassNon ResidentialHeavy Industrial
General Fund Operating Budget Overview
General Fund Operating Budgets 2016-2026
$ in Millions
$210
$205.1
$200
Short Term Provincial
Assistance
$190
$194.4
$180
$187.8
$177.3
$166.7
$170
$47.8M
$164.7
$160$160.3
Increase
$157.3
over 5
$150
$156.1
$154.0
$151.5
years
Restructure
$140
$130
20162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
BudgetBudgetBudgetBudgetBudgetBudgetBudgetBudgetBudgetBudgetBudget
Saint John Property Tax Rate
Tax Rate
$1.85
1.785
$1.80
$1.75
1.71
$1.70
$1.65
1.62
1.58
$1.60
1.55
1.535
$1.55
$1.50
$1.45
$1.40
202120222023202420252026
Tax Rate
Fiscal Charges (Principal & Interest)
Approximately
$18,000,000.00
$16,650,273
$10M savings
$15,941,014
$15,741,124
$15,685,605
$15,420,430
since 2020
$16,000,000.00
$14,191,000
$14,000,000.00
$12,956,400
$12,000,000.00
$10,000,000.00
$8,000,000.00
$6,000,000.00
$4,000,000.00
$2,000,000.00
$0.00
2020202120222023202420252026
2020202120222023202420252026
2026 General Operating Other Revenues
20252026
Approved BudgetBudget
$$
Revenues
Growth & Community Services 7,216,811 9,957,165
Public Works & Transportation Services 6,726,934 7,007,828
Public Safety Services 2,208,313 2,516,407
Utilities & Infrastructure Services 340,635 275,000
Strategic Services 5,154,554 6,456,218
Saint John Energy Benefits 1,000,000 1,200,000
Total Revenues 2 2,647,246 2 7,412,618
2026 General Fund Budget –
Other Revenues (significant
changes)
•Growth & Community
Services:
•Housing for All Funding
$2.09M
•Housing Accelerator
Funding $432K
•Strategic Services:
•ERP Recovery from Capital Budget
- $600K
•Expenditures up approximately $10.7M
•Wage & Benefits Increase $4.6M
•Housing Accelerator Program - $515K
2026 General Fund
•Housing for All Program - $2.1M
Operating Expenses
•Police Commission - $1.25M
•Fire Services - $400K
•Parks and Recreation - $1.2M
•Bylaw, Inspections, Min Standards - $1.4M
•Debt Repayment – Reduction of $1.2M
2026 General Fund Operating Budget Service
Area
Bylaw, Min Standards, Inspections- $1.36M
Growth and Community Services
Housing Accelerator Program -$500K
$4.7M (20.98%) increase
Housing for All Program -$2.09M
Sportsfields/Other facilities - $590K
Landscape – Parks & Open Spaces - $629K
Public Works and Transportation
Transit Operating Subsidy - $200K
Services - $2.6M (5.38%) increase
Snow Control Streets/Sidewalks - $916K
Public Safety (Fire, PSCC, EMO)
Increases due to inflation
$612K (1.8%) increase
4 New officers and Inflation
Public Safety (Police Commission)
$1.25M (4.06%) increase
2026 General Fund Operating Budget Variance
Service Area
Utilities and Infrastructure -
General Inflation
Additional security cost for City Hall
$546K (10.0%) increase
Information Technology – Inflation for various
software
Strategic Services - $1.2M
Corporate Planning – ERP Support
(12.92%) increase
Finance – Capital Budget Staff Position
Inflationary increases
Corporate Services - $890K
Human Resources – Implementing HR Strategy,
Safety and increased legal cost
(10.56%) increase
Communications – Website Redesign
Fiscal Charges - $1.23M reduction
Other Charges - $1.2M
Pay as you go - $700K pay as you go decrease
(3.42%) reduction
Other Charges – $550K over prior year
Wage Escalation
Policy
•The CAO shall recommend the wage and
benefit budget increase in accordance with
the Wage Escalation Policy
•The Wage Escalation Policy provides that the
wage and benefit budget shall not exceed
the lessor of:
•The Three-Year Rolling Tax Base Growth
Average (5.48%)
•(8.65%, 6.26%, 1.53%)
•Consumer Price Index + 1% (2.81%)
Note: CPI was adjusted upward –April –Sept by .70 to reflect
removal Carbon Tax
2026 Proposed General Operating Budget
Recommendation
It is recommended that Finance Committee
receive and file this presentation.
TheCityofSaintJohn
2026GeneralFundOperatingBudget
20252026
ApprovedBudgetBudget
$$
Revenues
PropertyTaxes156,964,319157,817,119
PILTAdjustment23,453
Equalization&UnconditionalGrant12,803,69117,188,123
RegionalServicesGrant1,006,9971,223,082
Surplus2ndYearPreviousYear272,85839,097
TransferfromOperatingReserves676,0001,398,000
Growth&CommunityServices7,216,8119,957,165
PublicWorks&TransportationTransportationTransportationServicesServicesServices6,726,9347,007,828
PublicSafetyServices2,208,3132,516,407
Utilities&InfrastructureInfrastructureInfrastructureServicesServicesServices340,635275,000
StrategicServices5,154,5546,456,218
SaintJohnEnergyBenefits1,000,0001,200,000
TotalRevenues 194,394,563205,078,040
Expenditures
Growth&CommunityServices22,628,35827,375,397
PublicWorks&TransportationServices49,476,18852,139,033
PublicSafetyServicesFire,EMOandPSCC33,675,24833,675,24833,675,24834,287,394
PublicSafetyServicesPoliceCommission30,751,38830,751,38830,751,38831,999,266
Utilities&InfrastructureServices5,453,7275,453,7275,453,7275,999,874
StrategicServices9,072,1539,072,1539,072,15310,244,464
CorporateServices8,424,2518,424,2518,424,2519,314,019
OtherCharges34,913,25034,913,25034,913,25033,718,593
TotalExpenditures 111999444,,,333999444,,,555666333205,078,040
Surplus(Deficit)
CityofSaintJohnbyService
2026GeneralFundOperatingBudget
20252026
ApprovedBudgetBudget
$$
Growth&CommunityServices
Salaries7,138,3177,685,541
Goods&Services15,490,04119,689,855
TOTAL22,628,35827,375,397
PublicWorks&TransportationServices
Salaries18,456,76319,773,849
Goods&Services31,019,42532,365,184
TOTAL49,476,18852,139,033
PublicSafetyServicesFire,,,EEEMMMOOOaaannndddPPPSCC
Salaries26,733,14027,030,913
Goods&Services6,942,1087,256,481
TOTAL33,675,24834,287,394
PublicSafetyServicesPoliceeeCCCooommmmmmiiissssssiiiooonnn
Grant30,751,38831,999,266
TOTAL30,751,38831,999,266
Utilities&InfrastructureServices
Salaries3,253,6733,592,486
Goods&Services2,200,0542,407,389
TOTAL555,,,44453,7275,999,874
StrategicServices
Salaries4,704,7984,704,7984,704,7985,506,699
Goods&Services4,367,3554,367,3554,367,3554,737,765
TOTAL999,,,000777222,,,11155533310,244,464
CorporateServices
Salaries6,059,6346,059,6346,059,6346,546,719
Goods&Services2,364,6172,364,6172,364,6172,767,300
TOTAL8,424,2519,314,019
OtherCharges
Goods&Services34,913,25033,718,593
34,913,25033,718,593
TOTALEXPENDITURES194,394,563205,078,040
TheCityofSaintJohn
2026GeneralFundOperatingBudget
20252026
ApprovedBudgetBudget
$$
Revenues
PropertyTaxes156,964,319157,817,119
PILTAdjustment23,453
Equalization&UnconditionalGrant12,803,69117,188,123
RegionalServicesGrant1,006,9971,223,082
Surplus2ndYearPreviousYear272,85839,097
TransferfromOperatingReservesReservesReserves676,0001,398,000
Growth&CommunityServicesServicesServices7,216,8119,957,165
PublicWorks&TransportationTransportationTransportationServicesServicesServices6,726,9347,007,828
PublicSafetyServices2,208,3132,516,407
Utilities&InfrastructureInfrastructureInfrastructureServicesServicesServices340,635275,000
StrategicServices5,154,5546,456,218
SaintJohnEnergyBenefits1,000,0001,200,000
TotalRevenues 194,394,563205,078,040
Expenditures
Growth&CommunityServices
Growth&CommunityPlanningServices1,680,2621,717,410
DevelopmentEngineering391,301397,629
CommunityDevelopment528,505528,505528,505525,810
AnimalControl120,000120,000120,000126,903
DangerousandVacantBuildingProgram278,451278,451278,451286,436
MinimumPropertyStandards506,125506,125506,125606,319
HeritageConservationService207,018207,018207,018215,097
OtherByLaws297,552297,552297,5521,391,435
Permitting&InspectionServices1,459,8501,459,8501,459,8501,611,441
RegionalEconomicDevelopmentAgency3,087,5003,087,5003,087,5003,087,500
MarketSquare2,500,0002,500,000
SaintJohnTrade&ConventionCentre156,543159,540
ImperialTheatre322,021346,889
SaintJohnAquaticCentre423,225453,630
SaintJohnArtsCentre128,549133,943
TDStation502,796500,851
Library544,839594,457
CityMarket1,316,6291,449,361
TheCityofSaintJohn
2026GeneralFundOperatingBudget
2026
2025
ApprovedBudgetBudget
$$
Growth&CommunityServices(Continued)
Arts&CultureBoard70,00070,000
PROKids243,677181,108
LocalImmigrationPartnership62,831
CarletonCommunityCenter193,167195,979
LochLomondCommunityCenter45,000
NorthEndCommunityCenter193,167195,979
RecreationProgramming1,222,3801,261,535
NeighbourhoodDevelopmentDevelopmentDevelopment172,000261,000
YMCAContractedServicesServicesServices155,564157,898
BoysandGirlsClubContractedContractedContractedServicesServicesServices144,181146,344
UnspecifiedGrants289,000300,400
AffordableHousingStrategyStrategyStrategy197,583205,972
Lifeguards203,400207,466
PlaySJ45,000
LordBeaverbrookRink182,000185,907
BuildingIncentiveReserve350,000350,000
RegionalServicesCommission396,772663,670
HousingAcceleratorProgram2,775,5722,775,5722,775,5723,291,241
HousingForAllStrategy2,090,127
GrowthDepartment720,897720,897720,897827,120
SaintJohnIndustrialParks515,000515,000515,000679,000
TotalGrowth&CommunityDevelopmentServices 222222,,,666222888,,,33355588827,375,397
PublicSafetyServicesFire,EMOandPSCC
FireRescueandSuppressionService25,278,93825,278,93825,278,93825,563,543
FireTraining3,0003,0003,0004,500
TechnicalRescueResponse47,48947,48947,489100,410
HazardousMaterials61,41782,939
FirePrevention970,571991,086
FireInvestigation67,74370,698
EmergencyManagementServices330,971260,392
WaterSupplyandHydrants2,500,0002,600,000
PublicSafetyCommunicationsCentre3,205,1183,301,226
StreetLighting1,210,0001,282,600
TotalPublicSafetyServicesFire,EMOandPSCC 33,675,24834,287,394
PublicSafetyServicesPoliceCommission
SaintJohnPoliceCommissionGrant30,751,38831,999,266
TotalPublicSafetyServicesPoliceCommission 30,751,38831,999,266
TheCityofSaintJohn
2026GeneralFundOperatingBudget
2026
2025
ApprovedBudgetBudget
$$
PublicWorks&TransportationServices
SnowControlStreets5,509,0236,182,269
StreetCleaning1,741,6771,783,385
UtilityCuts1,222,6681,291,767
StreetServicesSurfaceMaintenance8,608,2648,851,449
SnowControlSidewalk1,197,7411,225,913
SidewalkMaintenance941,5911,109,404
Pedestrian&TrafficManagementManagementManagementServiceServiceService2,607,7752,552,334
SolidWasteManagementManagementManagement4,145,8944,008,470
LandscapeParks&OpenOpenOpenSpacesSpacesSpaces3,094,0303,723,462
RockwoodPark588,050632,279
UrbanForestry413,439463,041
SaintJohnHorticulturalAssociationAssociationAssociation70,00080,000
ArenaOperation&Maintenance1,518,9451,447,058
SportsfieldOperation&MaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenance1,428,4661,780,793
OtherFacilitiesOperation&MaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenance539,239777,116
TransitDebt1,411,0001,411,0001,411,0001,373,000
TransitSubsidy7,405,1727,405,1727,405,1727,611,353
FleetStockroom340,939340,939340,939371,833
Stormwater4,213,3694,213,3694,213,3694,236,465
ParkingAdministration971,024971,024971,0241,010,882
PeelPlazaParkingGarage332,673332,673332,673246,334
MarketSquareParkingGarage169,538169,538169,538299,906
OffStreetParking1,005,6701,005,6701,005,6701,080,519
TotalPublicWorks&TransportationServices 49,444777666,18852,139,033
TheCityofSaintJohn
2026GeneralFundOperatingBudget
20252026
ApprovedBudget
Budget
$$
Utilities&InfrastructureServices
Engineering1,457,3001,655,775
CarpenterShop404,336431,012
FacilitiesManagement1,763,0702,029,722
CityHallBuilding1,089,1231,174,123
GIS517,550470,828
Stockroom222,347238,413
TotalUtilities&InfrastructureServicesServicesServices 5,453,7275,999,874
StrategicServices
Finance1,402,3931,687,070
Assessment1,879,2821,909,173
SupplyChainManagementManagementManagement449,811468,030
InformationTechnology4,129,7294,524,991
CorporatePlanning487,609928,195
Insurance153,328157,006
LiabilityInsurance570,000570,000
TotalStrategicServices 9,072,153
10,244,464
CorporateServices
CityManager'sOffice808,249713,693
Mayor'sOffice199,201199,201199,201186,314
CommonCouncil583,959583,959583,959648,869
CommonClerk737,800737,800737,800805,318
HumanResources2,801,6782,801,6782,801,6783,239,721
LegalDepartment1,302,1421,302,1421,302,1421,442,787
RealEstate325,144325,144325,144376,638
CustomerService956,699956,699956,699926,251
CorporateCommunications709,379974,427
TotalCorporateServices 8,424,2519,314,019
OtherCharges
FiscalCharges14,191,00012,956,400
LandfillClosure300,000300,000
SpecialPensionContributions10,222,25010,400,077
PILTAdjustment
9,388
TransfertoCapitalReserves3,000,0003,000,000
OtherCharges400,000952,728
CapitalfromOperating6,800,0006,100,000
TotalOtherCharges 34,913,25033,718,593
TotalExpenditures 194,394,563205,078,040
Surplus(Deficit)
SmallCity,
2026UtilityFundOperatingBudget
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FinanceCommitteeOctober29,2025
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Saint John Water 2026 Draft Operating
Budget
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Flat Rate Accounts 21,883,500 22,102,000
Meter Rate Accounts 19,389,500 19,389,500
Fire Protection Levy 2,500,000 2,600,000
Storm Sewer Levy 1,000,000 1,000,000
Industrial Raw Water Accounts 7,438,122 7,697,445
Other Revenues 1,667,360 1,750,000
Transfer from Reserves 750,000 -
Previous Year's Surplus 764,858 1,170,837
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Drinking Water Service 25,974,629 25,818,825
Wastewater Service 20,538,918 20,573,229
Industrial Raw Water Service 8,018,383 8,293,316
Infrastructure Management 861,410 1,024,412
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Saint John Water 2026 Draft Operating
Budget Revenue
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Flat Rate Accounts 21,883,500 22,102,000
Meter Rate Accounts 19,389,500 19,389,500
Fire Protection Levy 2,500,000 2,600,000
Storm Sewer Levy 1,000,000 1,000,000
Industrial Raw Water Accounts 7,438,122 7,697,445
Other Revenues 1,667,360 1,750,000
Transfer from Reserves 750,000 -
Previous Year's Surplus 764,858 1,170,837
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Saint John Water 2026 Draft Operating
Budget -Revenue
Rate Increase of 1.26% for Residential Customers First rate increase in 8 years
despite inflationary pressures.
Annual Flat rate $1,446, an increase or $1.50 per month or $18 per year.
Same increase of 1.26% for Commercial Potable Customers
Meter Revenue despite increase in rate, projecting less consumption based on
2025
Other Revenue combination of interest, leachate, miscellaneous and recovery
from general fund.
Saint John Water 2026 Draft Operating
Budget
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Drinking Water Service 25,974,629 25,828,825
Wastewater Service 20,538,919 20,573,229
Infrastructure Management 861,410 1,024,412
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No new debt being proposed for 2026
Pay as you go is $7,186,418 for 2026
Significant increase in wastewater operations over prior year due to ongoing maintenance
Saint John Water 2026 Draft Operating
Budget
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Water System Master Plan Investigation and concept design to complete
long term water strategy to address residential, commercial and industrial
growth throughout the City.
Universal Metering Complete a detailed plan (i.e. Road map) to execute
the installation of metering throughout the City in a phased approach.
Leak detection of East water distribution system, repair identified leaks to
minimize water loss and improve water system efficiency and reliability
Unidirectional flushing (UDF) of the West water distribution and parts of
the east system not completed in 2025 due to water conservation efforts.
UDF is completed to ensure high quality drinking water.
Installation of two additional iHydrants(Clow) in strategic areas to provide
early leak detection of critical watermains by analyzing pressure changes.
Saint John Water 2026 Draft Operating
Budget
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Fire Hydrant Inspection & Painting Program (repaint approx. 25% and
inspect approx. 33% of the 2,100 in inventory)
Water reservoir (tanks) Rehabilitation of the Rockwood Park water
reservoir and the associated access road.
Wastewater Collection utilization of trenchless technology programs to
complete more sanitary pipe repairs though pipe patching. Reduces the
need to excavate pipes, repair and reinstate asphalt.
procedure will identify the current performance of the lift station and
identify any necessary repair works.
Safety Increased efforts to improve standard operating procedures
focused on safety with the assistance of the Field Safety Officer and
Consultants.
2026 Industrial Raw Water Rates
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Full separation of the potable and industrial water supply was
achieved with the completion of the Safe, Clean Drinking Water
Project.
In 2019 HemsonConsulting Ltd. completed a raw water rate analysis
and assist is developing separate raw rates for each customer that are
set by Common Council via by-law annually for;
Irving Oil Ltd. & Irving Paper on the East Saint John Industrial Water
System
Irving Pulp & Paper and the NB Power Generating Station (Coleson
Cove) on the West Saint John Industrial Water System
2026 Industrial Raw Water Rates
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Since 2020 all industrial raw water customers have been billed the full cost of
delivering raw water via by-law rates set by Common Council.
By-law rates are updated annually through Common Council.
Industrial Raw Water By-law rates include the following:
Operational Cost to provide the service,
Contributions to asset replacement/asset management,
Rate stabilization reserves,
New debt associated with the industrial system delivering the service, and
Previous debt associated with being a member of the water distribution
system.
2026 Industrial Raw Water Rates -East
Industrial System
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2026 Industrial Raw Water Rates -West
Industrial System
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Saint John Water 2026 Draft Operating
Budget
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The Utility is balancing the need to replace aging infrastructure to support growth
with need to replace infrastructure to ensure service levels can be met.
Examining opportunities for revenue increases within existing service areas.
Increased rates are not covering the increase costs the Utility has seen over the
last 8 years and impacts is felt in Capital investment to offset the increase in
operating expenditures.
wĻĭƚƒƒĻƓķğƷźƚƓ
Finance Committee to Receive and File this presentation and direct any questions
to Staff.
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WatershedManagement879,878693,521
WaterTreatment9,577,5899,453,598
WaterPumping&Storage1,256,3601,258,777
Transmission&Distribution4,623,5095,080,715
CustomerMetering707,125768,130
InternalCharges470,000470,000
OtherCharges575,142595,272
DebtServicing3,410,6953,265,121
TransfertoCapitalReservesReservesReserves180,673
CapitalfromOperating4,293,6584,233,691
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WastewaterPumping3,318,0033,697,100
WastewaterCollection3,368,2163,368,2163,368,2163,547,518
WastewaterTreatment6,046,5726,046,5726,046,5726,622,430
InternalCharges470,000470,000470,000470,000
OtherCharges575,142575,142575,142595,272
DebtServicing2,746,9732,746,9732,746,9732,688,182
TransfertoCapitalReserves180,672180,672180,672
CapitalfromOperating3,833,3433,833,3433,833,3432,952,727
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WaterPumpingandTransmission3,081,0353,189,164
CustomerMetering245,421279,711
DebtServicing1,661,1621,560,169
TransfertoOperatingReserves703,469730,182
TransfertoCapitalReserves836,677836,677
CapitalfromOperating596,260754,594
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StormSewerLevy1,000,0001,000,000
OtherRevenues1,667,3601,750,000
TransferfromReservesReservesReserves750,000
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IrvingPaper$0.1074$0.1064Paper$0.1074$0.1064Paper$0.1074$0.1064
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IrvingOil$42,379$47,061
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Revised2026DraftGeneraland
SmallCity,
UtilityFundCapitalBudget
FinanceCommittee
BigHeart.
th
October29,2025
ProgramTotals
August 2025 Finance Committee Numbers
General Fund Capital Budget -$43,631,587
2026 Revised Draft
City Share -$24,436,350
Other Share -$19,195,237
General Fund Capital
October 2025 Finance Committee Numbers
Budget
General Fund Capital Budget -$53,879,657
City Share -$26,750,000
Other Share -$27,129,656
ReasonsforRevisionstotheGeneralFund
Capitalprogram
The City will receive $7.7 million of funding from the Province through the new Capital Renewal
Funding Program. The previous Draft Capital Program presented to the Finance Committee in
August 2025 included an estimate of $3.2 million of Capital Renewal Funding (shown in the City
Share column). All Capital Renewal Funding is now shown as Other Share funding.
There as been no scope determined, or additional Other Share funding obtained for the Dominion
Park Rehabilitation (Phase II) Project (2024 General Fund Program) therefore $450,000 is
proposed to be reallocated to new Parks projects.
Asphalt Roadway Resurfacing and Curb & Sidewalk Renewal -$5.05 million was added to the
revised Draft 2026 General Fund Capital Program. This was historically funded out of the
Revised General Fund Funding BreakdownCity Debt -
$11.05 million Capital Reserves $6.25 million and the reallocation of Dominion Park
Rehabilitation Project (PH2) funding -$450,000
NewGeneralFundCapitalProgram
ProjectsPerServiceArea
Project Description Other Share City Share
Parks and Recreation Services
All Wheels Park (Station Street) -Design and construction for the required
$ -$ 125,000.00
repairs to the All Wheels Park.
Memorial Field -Replacing existing backstop with new higher fence to protect
$ -$ 250,000.00
houses from flying balls
Fallsview Drive -Chicane Trail Investigation -Further Geotechnical Investigation
$ -$ 50,000.00
to determine existing materials on slope to allow design to proceed.
Harbour Passage Extension: Supplemental funding for the Harbour Extension
Project (The Cove). Supplemental funding includes an allowance for setting up a $ -$ 990,000.00
required slope monitoring program.
HarbourPassage Extension Seating -FallsviewAvenue (Douglas Avenue to
Lookout) -Supplemental funding for the HarbourPassage Extension project on $ -$ 200,000.00
FallsviewAvenue. Funding for new seating & replaced fencing.
HarbourPassage Lighting -Installation of lighting along HarbourPassage on
$ -$ 250,000.00
Market Place West (Phase 1 of 2)
Shamrock Park Tennis Courts -Design services for the upgrade of the Shamrock
$ -$ 120,000.00
Park Tennis Court
Reversing Falls Lookout -Wood decking replacement $ -$ 100,000.00
Total $ -$ 2,085,000.00
NewGeneralFundCapitalProgram
ProjectsPerServiceArea
Project Description Other Share City Share
Transportation
Asphalt Roadway Resurfacing and Curb & Sidewalk Renewal. tƩƚƆĻĭƷ ŅǒƓķĻķ ǒƓķĻƩ
ƷŷĻ //.C ΛЋЉЋЍΏЋЉЋБΜ ŅǒƓķźƓŭ ƦƩƚŭƩğƒ ğƭ ǞĻƌƌ ğƭ ƷŷƩƚǒŭŷ ƷŷĻ tb.γƭ /ğƦźƷğƌ $ 6,550,000.00 $ -
wĻƓĻǞğƌ CǒƓķ͵
Long Term Planning to Address Climate
Change in Central Peninsula and Lower West$ -$ 200,000.00
Side -Phase I
Design services for the North End (Main Street to
Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project
(Forum Site) (Transportation Component)
including Indigenous Consultation, GHG$ 216,324.00 $ 78,677.00
calculations and Climate Reporting
requirements. Project contingent on the City
receiving CHIF funding 73.33%.
Retaining Wall renewal(s) based on
Consultant's recommendations (Locations to be$ -$ 475,000.00
determined based on severity).
Urban and Rural Storm
Design services for the North End (Main Street to
Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project
(Forum Site) (Storm Component). Project$ 190,541.00 $ 69,300.00
contingent on the City receiving CHIF funding
73.33%.
Total $ 6,956,865.00 $ 822,977.00
Within the revised program variousproject budgets that were listed in the draft
program have changed from what was presented to Finance Committee in August.
The only project removed from the Draft General Fund Capital Program that was
presented to Finance Committee in August is the design services related to the
Rocky Bluff Terrace Upgrade project. This project was replaced with the design
services for the North End Sewer Separation Project.
NewGeneralFundCapitalProgram
ProjectsPerServiceArea
Note: See full revised General Fund Capital program attached to the presentation. New projects
are highlighted in orange.
Project Description Other Share City Share
Corporate Performance
Police Station (Detention Doors) -Upgrade servers that lock and unlock
$ -$ 200,000.00
detention doors.
Fire Equipment Upgrades -hƷŷĻƩ {ŷğƩĻ ŅǒƓķźƓŭ ŅƩƚƒ ƷŷĻ tb.γƭ /ğƦźƷğƌ
$ 905,000.00 $ -
wĻƓĻǞğƌ CǒƓķ
Facility and Asset Management
Peter Murray Arena -Replace Compressor #1 that is at the end of its
$ -$ 100,000.00
useful life.
St Patrick Pedway -Replace Skywalk roofing at the end of its useful life. $ -$ 150,000.00
Municipal Operations Complex (Main Building) -Supplemental funding
$ -$ 200,000.00
to upgrade existing washrooms (4 washrooms) based on design.
Growth Projects
City Market -Design and construction of a new platform to increase
seating within the City Market. The space can also be used as a stage
$ -$ 375,000.00
area when required. Project budget also includes the purchase of new
furnishings for the area.
Total $ 905,000.00 $ 1,025,000.00
NewProvinceofNewBrunswickFunding
Approved City of Saint John Funding Amount = $7,700,000
Program will require an approved Capital Renewal Plan
the Infrastructure Report.
Staff propose to submit the following projects as projects
Capital Renewal
under the new funding program.
Fund
Asphalt Roadway Resurfacing and Curb & Sidewalk
Renewal -$5,050,000
Fire Equipment Upgrades -$905,000
Transit Bus Replacement 2 buses -$1,745,000
Projects originally proposed to be funded under City Share.
Now they are funded by the Capital Renewal Fund. City Share
was reallocated to new projects.
ProgramTotals
August 2025 Finance Committee Numbers
Utility Fund Capital Budget -$19,377,011
2026 Revised Draft Utility
Utility Share -$12,624,320
Other Share -$6,752,691
Fund Capital Budget
October 2025 Finance Committee Numbers
Utility Fund Capital Budget -$17,726,258
Utility Share -$11,236,418
Other Share -$6,489,840
ReasonsfortheUpdatestotheprogram
The Utilities water revenue projections for 2025 are lower than expected therefore
for Capital Funding.
in funding from the Utilities Capital Reserve.
Variousproject budgets that were listed in the draft program have changed from what
was presented to the Finance Committee in August 2025.
Several project descriptions were adjusted to redefine project scopes based on
available budgets.
Several projects were added to the revised Utility Capital Program as noted on the
next slide.
Several projects were removed from the original draft program and will be put in the
Utilities 5-year Investment Plan.
NewUtilityFundCapitalProgram
Projects
Project Description Other Share Utility Share
Utility ADDED Projects
Lancaster Lagoon -Design services to replace the lagoon liner. $ -$ 250,000.00
Design services for North End (Main Street to
Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project
(Forum Site) (Sanitary Component). Project$ 142,552.00 $ 51,846.00
contingent on the City receiving CHIF funding
(73.33%).
Design and construction of a Backup Generator
$ -$ 1,000,000.00
for the Champlain Heights Pump Station.
Long Term Planning to Address Climate
Change in Central Peninsula and Lower West$ -$ 200,000.00
Side -Phase I
Design Services for North End (Main Street to
Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project
(Forum Site) including Indigenous
Consultation, GHG calculations and Climate$ 50,225.00 $ 18,267.00
Reporting requirements). (Water Component).
Project contingent on the City receiving CHIF
funding (73.33%).
Total $ 192,777.00 $ 1,520,113.00
RemovedUtilityFundCapitalProgram
Projects
Project Description Other Share City Share
Utility REMOVED Projects
Design services for the Rocky Bluff Terrace Infrastruture Project
(Sanitary Component) including Indigenous
Consultation, GHG calculations and Climate
$ 73,302.00 $ 26,660.00
Reporting requirements. Project
contingent on the City receiving CHIF funding
(73.33%).
Design services for the Rocky Bluff Terrace Infrastruture Project
(Water Component) including Indigenous
Consultation, GHG calculations and Climate
$ 86,212.00 $ 31,355.00
Reporting requirements. Project
contingent on the City receiving CHIF funding
(73.33%).
Investigation and conceptual design of an upgraded water system on a
section of Bay Street (i.e. need for both a watermain and a rider main on $ -$ 100,000.00
this section)
Design and construtionof a backup Generator for the Riverview Avenue
$ -$ 750,000.00
Water Pumping Station
Total $ 159,514.00 $ 908,015.00
RECOMMENDATION
Staff are recommending that Finance Committee approve the revised
2026 Draft General and Utility Fund Capital Budgets and
send to the next meeting of Common Council for receive and file.
THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
21-Oct-25
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TRANSPORTATION & ENVIRONMENT SERVICES
CAPITAL PROGRAM SUMMARY
GENERAL FUND
Proposed Program Summary For - 2026
No. ofOtherCity
Category Total
ProjectsShareShare
Corporate Performance6$3,975,000$905,000$3,070,000
Facility and Asset Management27$5,635,001$2,652,954$2,982,047
Growth Projects6$687,700$20,000$667,700
Parks & Recreation Services13$6,372,117$1,098,000$5,274,117
Transit2$2,436,000$2,375,000$61,000
Transportation16$21,091,145$11,384,183$9,706,961
Urban and Rural Storm6$13,682,694$8,694,519$4,988,175
TOTALS:
76$27,129,656$26,750,000$53,879,657
Summary of Capital Costs (City Share)
Corporate Performance
Urban and Rural Storm
11%
19%
Facility and Asset
Management
11%
Growth Projects
2%
Parks & Recreation
Services
Transportation
20%
37%
Transit
0%
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
21-Oct-25
TRANSPORTATION & ENVIRONMENT SERVICES
PROPOSED GENERAL FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
w&s/Pvt: WATER AND SEWER or PAVEMENT RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
C-**: PROJECTS CARRIED OVER FOR COMPLETION THE FOLLOWING YEAR
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
PROJECTS INDICATED WITH * ARE DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Corporate Performance
OtherCity
Description
ProjectLocation
ShareShare
Detention doorsPolice StationUpgrade servers that lock and unlock detention Detention doorsPolice StationUpgrade servers that lock and unlock detention Detention doorsPolice StationUpgrade
servers that lock and unlock detention Detention doorsPolice StationUpgrade servers that lock and unlock detention Detention doorsPolice StationUpgrade servers that lock and unlock
detention 0200,0000200,0000200,000
doors.doors.
ERP SystemCity HallImplementation of a new ERP system which 01,000,000
will include resourcing, training and
configuration.
Fire Equipment UpgradesVarious LocationsFire Equipment UpgradesVarious LocationsFire Equipment UpgradesVarious LocationsFire Equipment Upgrades. Funding from the Fire Equipment Upgrades.
Funding from the Fire Equipment Upgrades. Funding from the 905,000905,000
PNBÓs Capital Renewal Fund.PNBÓs Capital Renewal Fund.
Funding OfficerCity Hall / Rothesay AvenueCapital & Funding Accountant/ Officer.0120,000
IT Infrastructure RenewalCity HallIT Infrastructure Renewal (Funded from IT 0750,000
Capital Reserves).
Ladder TruckVarious LocationsPurchase of a Fire Ladder Truck to replace an 01,000,000
existing one (Phase 2 of 4).
$905,000$3,070,000
TOTAL:
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
21-Oct-25
TRANSPORTATION & ENVIRONMENT SERVICES
PROPOSED GENERAL FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
w&s/Pvt: WATER AND SEWER or PAVEMENT RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
C-**: PROJECTS CARRIED OVER FOR COMPLETION THE FOLLOWING YEAR
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
PROJECTS INDICATED WITH * ARE DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Facility and Asset Management
OtherCity
Description
ProjectLocation
ShareShare
120 Ton ChillerLord Beaverbrook RinkSupply and Installation of 120 Ton Chiller.0175,000
*
2029 Summer GamesCanada Games Aquatic CentreUpgrades to the Canada Games Aquatic Centre 2,175,954374,047
in preparation for the 2029 Summer Games
(Phase I) (Including replacing the competition
pool bulkhead) (Funding assumed 40% funding
from Federal Government, 33.33% funding
from RDC. Remainder to be funded by the City
and FRSC)
Automatic GateLeisure Services officeDesign and installation of a new automatic gate.0100,000
*
Brine Plate Chiller TD StationReplace Brine Plate Chiller Gasket. (Other 22,50027,500
GasketShare funding from FRSC)
*
CarpetTrade & Convention CenterPurchase of a carpet cleaner/vacuum. (Other 13,50016,500
Share funding from FRSC)
*
Competition Pool ChairCanada Games Aquatic CentreReplace competition pool guard chair. (Other 6,7508,250
Share funding from FRSC)
Compressor #1Peter Murray ArenaReplace Compressor #1 that is at the end of its Compressor #1Peter Murray ArenaReplace Compressor #1 that is at the end of its Compressor #1Peter Murray
ArenaReplace Compressor #1 that is at the end of its Compressor #1Peter Murray ArenaReplace Compressor #1 that is at the end of its Compressor #1Peter Murray ArenaReplace Compressor
#1 that is at the end of its Compressor #1Peter Murray ArenaReplace Compressor #1 that is at the end of its 0100,0000100,0000100,000
useful life.useful life.
*
Concourse DishwasherTD StationUpgrade Concourse Dishwasher. (Other Share 9,00011,000
funding from FRSC)
*
Cyber SecurityTD StationNetwork Cyber Security and Building 22,50027,500
Management System Upgrades. (Other Share
funding from FRSC)
*
Enhancement StudyTD StationEnhancement Study. (Other Share funding 29,25035,750
from FRSC)
Existing ElevatorCity Hall side of St Patrick Engineering services to complete the design to 050,000
Pedwayreplace the existing elevator.
*
Fitness equipmentCanada Games Aquatic CentreReplace various fitness equipment apparatuses. 22,50027,500
(Other Share funding from FRSC)
Flat Roof RepairsLord Beaverbrook RinkDesign services for structural repairs at flat roof.050,000
*
Flood Water Boiler #1TD StationReplace Flood Water Boiler #1 at the end of its 6,7508,250
useful life. (Other Share funding from FRSC)
*
Grill UpgradeTrade & Convention CenterUpgrade Grill. (Other Share funding from 4,5005,500
FRSC)
*
Ice MachineTrade & Convention CenterRenew large ice machine. (Other Share funding 11,25013,750
from FRSC)
Pedway curtin St Patrick PedwayReplace curtain wall and metal framed 0500,000
wall/windowswindows.
*
PlatewareTrade & Convention CenterPurchase of additonal plateware. (Other Share 6,7508,250
funding from FRSC)
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
21-Oct-25
TRANSPORTATION & ENVIRONMENT SERVICES
PROPOSED GENERAL FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
w&s/Pvt: WATER AND SEWER or PAVEMENT RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
C-**: PROJECTS CARRIED OVER FOR COMPLETION THE FOLLOWING YEAR
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
PROJECTS INDICATED WITH * ARE DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Facility and Asset Management
OtherCity
Description
ProjectLocation
ShareShare
*
PVC Roof MembraneTD StationDesign services to replace sloped PVC Roof 56,25068,750
Membrane. (Other Share funding from FRSC)
Roofing MembraneFire Station #4Replace Roofing Membrane.0200,000
*
Sabre CompressorsTD StationReplace Sabre Compressors 1, 2, 3. (Other 236,250288,750
Share funding from FRSC)
Skywalk RoofingSt PatrickPedwayReplace Skywalk roofing at the end of its Skywalk RoofingSt PatrickPedwayReplace Skywalk roofing at the end of its Skywalk RoofingSt PatrickPedwayReplace
Skywalk roofing at the end of its Skywalk RoofingSt PatrickPedwayReplace Skywalk roofing at the end of its Skywalk RoofingSt PatrickPedwayReplace Skywalk roofing at the end of its 0150,0000150,00001
50,000
useful life.useful life.
*
Tot's Pool Water FeatureCanada Games Aquatic CentreReplace tot's pool water feature. (Other Share 4,5005,500
funding from FRSC)
*
Touch PadsCanada Games Aquatic CenterReplace ten touch pads for competition pool. 15,75019,250
(Other Share funding from FRSC)
Washroom UpgradeMunicipal Operations Complex Washroom UpgradeMunicipal Operations Complex Washroom UpgradeMunicipal Operations Complex Washroom UpgradeMunicipal Operations Complex Supplmental
funding to upgrade existing Supplmental funding to upgrade existing Supplmental funding to upgrade existing 0200,0000200,0000200,000
(Main Building)(Main Building)washrooms (4 washrooms) based on design.washrooms (4 washrooms) based on design.
Washroom/ Changeroom Shamrock ParkShamrock Park Washroom/Changeroom 0500,000
RenovationRenovation.
*
Website UpdateTrade & Convention CenterComplete a website update. (Other Share 9,00011,000
funding from FRSC)
$2,652,954$2,982,047
TOTAL:
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
21-Oct-25
TRANSPORTATION & ENVIRONMENT SERVICES
PROPOSED GENERAL FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
w&s/Pvt: WATER AND SEWER or PAVEMENT RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
C-**: PROJECTS CARRIED OVER FOR COMPLETION THE FOLLOWING YEAR
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
PROJECTS INDICATED WITH * ARE DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Growth Projects
OtherCity
Description
ProjectLocation
ShareShare
Design and Concept City MarketConcept and design preparation services for the 085,000
Workcompletion of work planned to be constructed
in 2027.
Hooper TimepieceCity MarketInstallation of a platform in the centre of the 055,200
market for the Hooper Timepiece to be on
display.
KioskCity MarketAs a result of the installation of the new 0103,500
platform area for seating this project intends to
remove 4 of the existing benches and will be
looking to reinstall 2 Kiosks. The Kisosks
would be 1 above and 1 below the platform.
New doorsCity MarketDesign and construction of creating doors for 029,000
the North and South Tenants that are accessible.
New PlatformCity MarketDesign and cNew PlatformCity MarketDesign and cNew PlatformCity MarketDesign and cNew PlatformCity MarketDesign and cNew PlatformCity MarketDesign and construction
of a new platform to onstruction of a new platform to onstruction of a new platform to 0375,0000375,0000375,000
increase seating within the City Market. The increase seating within the City Market. The increase seating within the City Market. The
space can also be used as a stage area when space can also be used as a stage area when space can also be used as a stage area when
required. Project budget also includes the required. Project budget also includes the required. Project budget also includes the
purchase of new furnishing for the area.purchase of new furnishing for the area.
*
Uptown Saint JohnUptown Saint JohnUptown Saint John Improvements. City Share 20,00020,000
conditional on Uptown Saint John Inc. securing
Other Share funding through Downtown Inc's
"Heart of Communities" Investment initiative.
$20,000$667,700
TOTAL:
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
21-Oct-25
TRANSPORTATION & ENVIRONMENT SERVICES
PROPOSED GENERAL FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
w&s/Pvt: WATER AND SEWER or PAVEMENT RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
C-**: PROJECTS CARRIED OVER FOR COMPLETION THE FOLLOWING YEAR
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
PROJECTS INDICATED WITH * ARE DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Parks & Recreation Services
OtherCity
Description
ProjectLocation
ShareShare
All Wheels ParkAll Wheels ParkAll Wheels Park (Station Street)DesAll Wheels Park (Station Street)DesAll Wheels Park (Station Street)DesAll Wheels Park (Station Street)Design and construction
of ign and construction of ign and construction of the required repairs the required repairs 0125,0000125,0000125,000
to the All Wheels Park.to the All Wheels Park.
Backstop FenceBackstop FenceMemorial FieldMemorial FieldReplaciReplaciReplacing existing backstop with new higher ng existing backstop with new higher ng existing backstop with new higher
0250,0000250,0000250,000
fence to protect houses from flying balls.fence to protect houses from flying balls.
Chicane Trail Chicane Trail Fallsview DriveFurther, geotechniFallsview DriveFurther, geotechniFallsview DriveFurther, geotechniFallsview DriveFurther, geotechnical investigation to determine
cal investigation to determine cal investigation to determine 050,000050,000050,000
InvestigationInvestigationexisting materials on slope to allow design to existing materials on slope to allow design to existing materials on slope to allow design to
proceed.proceed.
Cricket FieldTBDDesign and Build new Cricket Field Î Location 0140,000
TBD.
Ellerdale Street Ellerdale StreetRenew the existing Ellerdale Playground.0600,000
Playground
*
Harbour Passage - Civic # 399 to Market Place Harbour Passage Extension including new 1,098,000732,000
Riverview DriveOverpasslights, new curb on one side, Harbour Passage
sidewalk, landscaping, required paving,
including design and construction management
services. Project contingent on the City
receiving Active Transportation Funding.
Harbour PassageHarbour PassageHarbour PassageRiverview Avenue West to Riverview Avenue West to Supplemental funding for the Harbour Passage Supplemental funding for the Harbour Passage
Supplemental funding for the Harbour Passage 0990,0000990,0000990,000
Extension (the Cove)Extension (the Cove)Riverview DriveRiverview DriveExtension Project (the Cove). Supplemental Extension Project (the Cove). Supplemental Extension Project (the Cove).
Supplemental
funding includes an allowance for setting up a funding includes an allowance for setting up a funding includes an allowance for setting up a
required slope monitoring program.required slope monitoring program.
Harbour Passage Harbour Passage Harbour Passage Fallsview Avenue (Douglas Fallsview Avenue (Douglas Fallsview Avenue (Douglas Supplemental funding for the Harbour Passage Supplemental
funding for the Harbour Passage Supplemental funding for the Harbour Passage 0200,0000200,0000200,000
Extension SeatingExtension SeatingAvenue to Look Out)Avenue to Look Out)Extension project on Fallsview Avenue. Extension project on Fallsview Avenue. Extension project on Fallsview Avenue.
Funding for new seating & replaced fencing.Funding for new seating & replaced fencing.
Harbour Passage LightingMarket Place WestHarbour Passage LightingMarket Place WestHarbour Passage LightingMarket Place WestInstInstallation of lighting for Market Place West allation
of lighting for Market Place West allation of lighting for Market Place West 0250,0000250,0000250,000
along Harbour Passage (Phsae 1 of 2).along Harbour Passage (Phsae 1 of 2).
Rainbow ParkSydney Street/Broad Complete upgrades to the Rainbow park 01,467,117
Street/Charlotte Streetplayground and surrounding area. Upgrades
may include vegatable garden, dog park, open
space, memorial garden, tot lot, sand play area,
covered seating area, pod sculptures, berm
buffers, and picnic area (Phase 2 of 2).
Shamrock Park - Tennis Shamrock Park - Tennis Shamrock ParkDesign services for the upgrade of the Shamrock ParkDesign services for the upgrade of the Shamrock ParkDesign services for
the upgrade of the Shamrock ParkDesign services for the upgrade of the 0120,0000120,0000120,000
Court RehabilitationCourt RehabilitationShamrock Park Tennis Courts.Shamrock Park Tennis Courts.
*
Tot Lot Playground & Intersection of Grant Cresent & Installation of new benches, trees and possibly 0250,000
UpgradesDaniel Avenuea tot lot within the City property.
Wood DeckingWood DeckingReversing FaReversing FaReversing Falls Lookout beside lls Lookout beside Wood Decking Replacement.Wood Decking Replacement.0100,0000100,0000100,000
bridgebridge
$1,098,000$5,274,117
TOTAL:
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
21-Oct-25
TRANSPORTATION & ENVIRONMENT SERVICES
PROPOSED GENERAL FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
w&s/Pvt: WATER AND SEWER or PAVEMENT RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
C-**: PROJECTS CARRIED OVER FOR COMPLETION THE FOLLOWING YEAR
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
PROJECTS INDICATED WITH * ARE DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Transit
OtherCity
Description
ProjectLocation
ShareShare
Bus SheltersVarious LocationsReplace Transit Shelters (Ellerdale & Wood 036,000
Hollow, Margaret, Ellerdale Villa)
*
Transit Bus ReplacementVarious LocationsReplace two Transit Buses. Other Share 2,375,00025,000
funding from Permanent Transit Funding
($630,000) as well as PNBÓs Capital Renewal
Fund ($1.745M).
$2,375,000$61,000
TOTAL:
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
21-Oct-25
TRANSPORTATION & ENVIRONMENT SERVICES
PROPOSED GENERAL FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
w&s/Pvt: WATER AND SEWER or PAVEMENT RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
C-**: PROJECTS CARRIED OVER FOR COMPLETION THE FOLLOWING YEAR
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
PROJECTS INDICATED WITH * ARE DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Transportation
OtherCity
Description
ProjectLocation
ShareShare
**
Asphalt Roadway Asphalt Roadway Asphalt Roadway Various locationsRenewal of asphalt roadway and concrete curb Various locationsRenewal of asphalt roadway and concrete curb Various locationsRenewal
of asphalt roadway and concrete curb Various locationsRenewal of asphalt roadway and concrete curb 6,550,00006,550,00006,550,0000
Resurfacing and Curb & Resurfacing and Curb & Resurfacing and Curb & and sidewalk including drainage control and and sidewalk including drainage control and and sidewalk including drainage
control and
Sidewalk Renewal - Sidewalk Renewal - landscaping in conjunction with the annual landscaping in conjunction with the annual landscaping in conjunction with the annual
NeighbourhoodsNeighbourhoodsasphalt roadway maintenance and rehabilitation asphalt roadway maintenance and rehabilitation asphalt roadway maintenance and rehabilitation
program. Project funded under the CCBF program. Project funded under the CCBF program. Project funded under the CCBF
(2024-2028) funding program as well through (2024-2028) funding program as well through (2024-2028) funding program as well through
PNBÓs Capital Renewal Fund.PNBÓs Capital Renewal Fund.
*
Canterbury StreetDuke Street to Queen StreetStreet reconstruction (excavation, backfill, 750,0000
curb, sidewalk, paving), including design and
construction management services. Project
funded under the CCBF (2019-2023) funding
program.
w&s
Central Peninsula and Central Peninsula and Central Peninsula and Lower Central Peninsula and Lower Long Term Planning Long Term Planning Long Term Planning to Address Climate to Address
Climate 0200,0000200,0000200,000
Lower West SideLower West SideWest SideWest SideChange in Central Peninsula and Lower West Change in Central Peninsula and Lower West Change in Central Peninsula and Lower West
Side - Phase ISide - Phase I
w&s*
Charlotte StreetBroad Street to Vulcan StreetStreet reconstruction, (excavation, backfill, 993,622361,379
curb, sidewalk, landscaping, paving), including
design and construction management services.
Asphalt pavements $105,000 / 0.62 LK. Project
contingent on the City receiving CHIF funding
(73.33%).
w&s*
Charlotte StreetQueen Square North to Princess Street reconstruction (excavation, backfill, 622,967545,000
Streetcurb, sidewalk, landscaping, paving), including
design and construction management services.
Asphalt pavements $125,000 / 0.83LK. Project
funded under Bilateral Funding.
*
Courtenay Bay CausewayCrown Street to Bayside DriveDesign Services for the raising of the 691,2711,036,906
Courtenay Bay Causeway - Phase I . Other
Share is DMAF funding. Project contingent on
the City signing DMAF funding agreement.
Engineering Various locationsFunding for engineering investigations and 080,000
Investigations and Designdesign for various projects under Transporation
and Storm categories.
Fleet ReplacementVarious locationsFleet Replacement for General Fund (Funded 03,000,000
from Fleet Capital Reserves).
Howes Lake LandfillHowes Lake LandfillHowes Lake Landfill Closure - Phase I. 1,500,000
Funding from the City's Capital Reserve.
w&s*
Lansdowne AvenueVisart Street to Pugsley AvenueStreet reconstruction (excavation, backfill, 560,0000
curb, sidewalk, landscaping and paving),
including design and construction management
services. Asphalt pavements $64,000 / 0.42
LK. Project funded under the CCBF (2024-
2028) funding program.
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
21-Oct-25
TRANSPORTATION & ENVIRONMENT SERVICES
PROPOSED GENERAL FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
w&s/Pvt: WATER AND SEWER or PAVEMENT RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
C-**: PROJECTS CARRIED OVER FOR COMPLETION THE FOLLOWING YEAR
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
PROJECTS INDICATED WITH * ARE DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Transportation
OtherCity
Description
ProjectLocation
ShareShare
w&s*
North EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesiNorth EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesiNorth EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesiNorth EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesiNorth EndMain
Street to Kennedy StreetDesign services for North End (Main Street to gn services for North End (Main Street to gn services for North End (Main Street to 216,32478,677216,32478,677216,32478,677
Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project
(Forum Site) (Transportation Component) (Forum Site) (Transportation Component) (Forum Site) (Transportation Component)
(including Indigenous Consultation, GHG (including Indigenous Consultation, GHG (including Indigenous Consultation, GHG
calculations and Climate Reporting calculations and Climate Reporting calculations and Climate Reporting
requirements) (Project requirements) (Project requirements) (Project contingent on the City contingent on the City contingent on the City
reciving CHIF funding 73.33%). .reciving CHIF funding 73.33%). .
Retaining Wall renewalsVarious LocatiRetaining Wall renewalsVarious LocatiRetaining Wall renewalsVarious LocationsRetaining Wall renewal(s) based on onsRetaining Wall renewal(s) based
on onsRetaining Wall renewal(s) based on onsRetaining Wall renewal(s) based on 0475,0000475,0000475,000
Consultant's recommendations (Locations to be Consultant's recommendations (Locations to be Consultant's recommendations (Locations to be
determined based on severity).determined based on severity).
Rope Walk RoadSomerset Street @ Rope Walk Road reconstruction to add left turn lane 0250,000
Intersection(excavation, backfill, curb, sidewalk,
landscaping, paving), including design and
construction management services as well as
obtaining required land.
*
RoundaboutLoch Lomond Road and Airport Construction of a new roundabout at the 1,000,0001,000,000
Arterialintersection of Loch Lomond Road and the
Airport Arterial. Project is congingent on the
City recieving Other Share funding
DTI/Province. City Share funding from the
City's Capital Reserve.
Sidewalk PlowsVarious locationsPurchase of 4 new Sidewalk Plows to align 01,000,000
with the City's Strategic Plan.
Traffic SignalsSomerset Street @ Churchill Design services to upgrade the Somerset Street 0180,000
Boulavard& Churchill Blvd Intersection (Upgrades
required for New North End School).
$11,384,183$9,706,961
TOTAL:
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
21-Oct-25
TRANSPORTATION & ENVIRONMENT SERVICES
PROPOSED GENERAL FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
w&s/Pvt: WATER AND SEWER or PAVEMENT RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
C-**: PROJECTS CARRIED OVER FOR COMPLETION THE FOLLOWING YEAR
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
PROJECTS INDICATED WITH * ARE DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Urban and Rural Storm
OtherCity
Description
ProjectLocation
ShareShare
w&s*
Charlotte StreetBroad Street to Vulcan StreetDesign and Construction of the Charlotte Street 6,511,7042,368,296
Reconstruction project (Broad St. to Vulcan St)
including new storm outfall. (Project
contingent on the City reciving CHIF funding
73.33%).
w&s*
Charlotte StreetQueen Square North to Princess Install approx. 280m of new 300 mm storm 316,554432,000
Streetsewer, including design and construction
management services. Project to be funded
under Bilateral Funding.
w&s*
Lansdowne AvenueVisart Street to Pugsley AvenueInstall approx. 175 m of new 300 mm storm 330,0000
sewer, including design and construction
management services. Project funded under the
CCBF (2024-2028) funding program.
*
Lower Cove Loop Sewer Charlotte Street to Lift Station 9Construction to separate the Lower Cove 1,345,7202,018,579
Rehabilitationcombined sewer system to reduce flood water
infiltration and tidewater inflow from entering
the sanitary system (Phase 1 of 2). Project
includes construction management services.
Project partially funded under the DMAF
funding program.
w&s*
North EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesiNorth EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesiNorth EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesiNorth EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesiNorth EndMain
Street to Kennedy StreetDesign services for North End (Main Street to gn services for North End (Main Street to gn services for North End (Main Street to 190,54169,300190,54169,300190,54169,300
Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project
(Forum Site) (Storm Co(Forum Site) (Storm Co(Forum Site) (Storm Component). (Project mponent). (Project mponent). (Project
contingent on the City reciving CHIF funding contingent on the City reciving CHIF funding contingent on the City reciving CHIF funding
73.33%).73.33%).
w&s
Riverhill Drive Riverhill Drive AreaDesign services to complete improvements to 0100,000
Stormwater the storm sewer system in the area based on
Improvementsconsultants investigation and recommendations
(Phase I).
$8,694,519$4,988,175
TOTAL:
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23-Oct-25
THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
SAINT JOHN WATER
CAPITAL PROGRAM SUMMARY
W & S UTILITY FUND
Proposed Program Summary For - 2026
No. ofOtherUtility
Category Total
ProjectsShareShare
Industrial Water Renewal - East4$1,125,000$975,000$2,100,000
Industrial Water Renewal - West1$475,000$0$475,000
Infrastructure Renewal - Sanitary13$2,897,034$3,952,727$6,849,761
Infrastructure Renewal - Water17$1,992,806$6,018,691$8,011,497
Safe, Clean Drinking Water1$0$290,000$290,000
TOTALS:
36$6,489,840$11,236,418$17,726,258
Summary of Capital Costs (Utility Share)
Safe, Clean Drinking
West
Water
0.0%
2.6%
Industrial Water Renewal 8.7%
Infrastructure Renewal -
Infrastructure Renewal -
Water
Sanitary
53.6%
35.2%
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
23-Oct-25
SAINT JOHN WATER
PROPOSED W & S FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
w&s: WATER AND SEWER RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
*: PROJECTS DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
Industrial Water Renewal - East
OtherUtility
ProjectLocationDescription
ShareShare
*
Aqueduct pipe repairBetween Robertson Lake and Investigation, design and repair of existing 210,000390,000
Latimer Lakeaqueduct pipe between Robertson Lake and
Latimer Lake.
*
Loch Lomond WatershedMcBrien Lake DamsRenew the Southeast dam and construct as 175,000325,000
much access road as possible to the Southwest
dam including design and construction
management (Phase 3).
*
Raw water billing metersIrving oil refineryNew raw water billing meters (2) for Irving oil 600,0000
refinery.
Renewed Transmission Between Roberston Lake and Complete a design to install a new transmission 140,000260,000
main - designLatimer Lakemain between Roberston Lake and Latimer
Lake. Project to include the investigation of
required land to proceed with construction.
$1,125,000$975,000
TOTAL:
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
23-Oct-25
SAINT JOHN WATER
PROPOSED W & S FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
w&s: WATER AND SEWER RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
*: PROJECTS DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
Industrial Water Renewal - West
OtherUtility
ProjectLocationDescription
ShareShare
*
Mill Street Custody Mill StreetMill Street Custody Transfer Station - 475,0000
Transfer StationBackflow preventor and new meter for 250mm
line to IPP.
$475,000$0
TOTAL:
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
23-Oct-25
SAINT JOHN WATER
PROPOSED W & S FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
w&s: WATER AND SEWER RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
*: PROJECTS DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
Infrastructure Renewal - Sanitary
OtherUtility
ProjectLocationDescription
ShareShare
*
Charlotte StreetBroad Street to Vulcan StreetRenew approx. 210m of 300mm T.C. sanitary 717,024260,781
sewer, including design and construction
management services. Project contingent on the
City receiving CHIF funding (73.33%).
*
Charlotte StreetQueen Square North to Princess Renew approx. 280m of 375mm T.C. with new 320,768435,000
Street375mm sanitary sewer, including design and
construction management services. Project
partially funded by Integrated Bilateral Funding.
Connors Street & Morris Connors Street & Morris StreetDesign and construction of an off-road sanitary 0275,000
Streetsewer realignment between Connors Street &
Morris Street.
Kennebecasis 1 or Gault 1099 Kennebecasis Drive / Kennebecasis 1 LS - Reconstruct lift station 01,000,000
Road Lift StationGault Roadabove flood level to provide for reliable
collection of wastewater, including design and
construction management services. Project
being completed as part of an approved DMAF
funding program or Gault Road LS -
Replacement of a wastewater pumping station
that is at the end of it's asset life to provide for
reliable collection of wastewater, including
design and construction management services.
Lancaster LagoonLancaster LagoonDesign servLancaster LagoonLancaster LagoonDesign servLancaster LagoonLancaster LagoonDesign servLancaster LagoonLancaster LagoonDesign servLancaster
LagoonLancaster LagoonDesign services to replace the liner at the ices to replace the liner at the ices to replace the liner at the 0250,0000250,0000250,000
Lancaster Lagoon.Lancaster Lagoon.
Lancaster Lagoon Lancaster LagoonDesign and construction of the Lancaster 0360,000
GeneratorLagoon Generator upgrade project including
duct banks and required programming.
*
Lansdowne AvenueVisart Street to Pugsley AvenueInstall approx. 175 m of new 300 mm sanitary 420,0000
sewer, including design and construction
management services. Project funded under
CCBF(2024-2028).
*
Majors Brook Lift StationRothesay AvenueReplacement of a wastewater pumping station 1,100,00025,000
that is at the end of it's asset life to provide for
reliable collection of wastewater, including
design and construction management services
and easment aquisition. Project funded under
CCBF(2024-2028).
*
North EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesign services for the North End (Main Street North EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesign services for the North End (Main Street North EndMain
Street to Kennedy StreetDesign services for the North End (Main Street North EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesign services for the North End (Main Street North EndMain Street to Kennedy
StreetDesign services for the North End (Main Street 142,55251,846142,55251,846142,55251,846
to Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project to Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project to Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project
(Forum Site) (Sanitary Component). Project (Forum Site) (Sanitary Component). Project (Forum Site) (Sanitary Component). Project
contingent on the City receiving CHIF funding contingent on the City receiving CHIF funding contingent on the City receiving CHIF funding
(73.33%).(73.33%).
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
23-Oct-25
SAINT JOHN WATER
PROPOSED W & S FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
w&s: WATER AND SEWER RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
*: PROJECTS DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
Infrastructure Renewal - Sanitary
OtherUtility
ProjectLocationDescription
ShareShare
Removal and disposal of Lancaster LagoonRemoval and disposal of a portion of the sludge 0600,000
sludge from sludge bagsfrom sludge bags at the Lancaster Lagoon
(Phase 1 of 2).
Riverhill Drive Sanitary Riverhill Drive AreaDesign services to complete improvements to 0100,000
Improvementsthe existing sanitary sewer system in the area
based on consultants investigation.
Structural liningVarious LocationsStructurally line and/or point repairs to existing 0300,000
sanitary sewers, including design and
construction management services.
*
WWTP Millidgeville UVMillidgeville WWTPSupplemential funding for the commissioning 196,690295,100
of the new UV disinfection system and building
with updated mechanical and electrical
components. Project partially funded under the
DMAF funding program.
$2,897,034$3,952,727
TOTAL:
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
23-Oct-25
SAINT JOHN WATER
PROPOSED W & S FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
w&s: WATER AND SEWER RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
*: PROJECTS DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
Infrastructure Renewal - Water
OtherUtility
ProjectLocationDescription
ShareShare
Champlain Heights PSChamplain HeChamplain Heights PSChamplain HeChamplain Heights PSChamplain Heights Pump StationDesign and cights Pump StationDesign and cights Pump StationDesign and
cights Pump StationDesign and construction of a Backup Generator onstruction of a Backup Generator onstruction of a Backup Generator 01,000,00001,000,00001,000,000
for the Champlain Heights Pump Station.for the Champlain Heights Pump Station.
*
Charlotte StreetBroad Street to Vulcan StreetRenew approx. 210m of 250 mm C.I. 908,510330,424
watermain with new 250mm watermain
including a new water bottle filling station and
including design and construction management
services. Project contingent on the City
receiving CHIF funding (73.33%).
*
Charlotte StreetQueen Square North to Princess Renew approx. 280m of 300mm C.I. 504,071600,000
Streetwatermain, including design and construction
management services. Project partially funded
by Integrated Bilateral Funding.
Chesley DriveMain Street North to Reversing Design services to upgrade approximately 2 0350,000
Falls Bridgekms of watermain on Chesley Drive from Main
Street North to the Reversing Falls Bridge.
Climate Change PlanningCentClimate Change PlanningCentClimate Change PlanningCentClimate Change PlanningCentral Peninsula / Lower West ral Peninsula / Lower West Long Term Planning Long
Term Planning Long Term Planning to Address Climate to Address Climate 0200,0000200,0000200,000
SideSideChange in Central Peninsula and Lower West Change in Central Peninsula and Lower West Change in Central Peninsula and Lower West
Side - Phase ISide - Phase I
Engineering Various locationsFunding for engineering investigations and 0100,000
Investigations and Designdesign for various projects under the Water and
Sanitary categories.
Fleet ReplacementVarious locationsFleet Replacement for Utility Fund (Funded 0750,000
from Fleet Capital Reserves)
*
Lansdowne AvenueVisart Street to Pugsley AvenueRenew approx. 175 m of 150 mm watermain 530,0000
with 200 mm watermain, including design and
construction management services. Project
funded under CCBF(2024-2028).
*
North EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesign Services for the North End (Main Street North EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesign Services for the North End (Main Street North EndMain
Street to Kennedy StreetDesign Services for the North End (Main Street North EndMain Street to Kennedy StreetDesign Services for the North End (Main Street North EndMain Street to Kennedy
StreetDesign Services for the North End (Main Street 50,22518,26750,22518,26750,22518,267
to Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project to Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project to Kennedy Street) Sewer Separation Project
(Forum Site) including Indigenous (Forum Site) including Indigenous (Forum Site) including Indigenous
Consultation, GHG calculations and Climate Consultation, GHG calculations and Climate Consultation, GHG calculations and Climate
Reporting requirements). Reporting requirements). Reporting requirements). (Water Component). (Water Component). (Water Component).
Project contingent on the City receiving CHIF Project contingent on the City receiving CHIF Project contingent on the City receiving CHIF
funding (73.33%).funding (73.33%).
Ocean Drive & Seaward Ocean Drive & Seaward CresentConcept planning for the future operation of the 0110,000
Cresent wellsOcean Drive & Seaward Cresent wells. Project
scope to include proposed improvements
requried to both facililities.
Rockwood Water Tank Fisher Lake DriveRehabilitation of the existing Rockwood Park 1,200,000
ImprovementsWater Storage Tank including upgrades to the
existing access road.
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
23-Oct-25
SAINT JOHN WATER
PROPOSED W & S FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
w&s: WATER AND SEWER RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
*: PROJECTS DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
Infrastructure Renewal - Water
OtherUtility
ProjectLocationDescription
ShareShare
Rothesay Road Bridge Rothesay Road Bridge Near Design and construction services for the 0310,000
Hanger RenewalBrookville Manufacturingrenewal of the watermain hangers on the
Rothesay Road bridge.
South Bay WellfieldSouth Bay WellfieldInvestigation and concept design to address 075,000
South Bay Wellfield pump shaft failures.
Universal MeteringCity WideComplete a detailed plan (i.e. Road map) on 0350,000
how Saint John Water would execute the
installation of metering throughout the City in a
phased approach.
Water Strategy (Overall)East/ West Saint JohnInvestigation and concept design to complete a 0400,000
long term water strategy to address residential,
commerial and industrial growth throughout the
City.
Water Tank Sandy Point RoadInvestigation and the completion of conceptual 75,000
Improvementsdesign options to potentially change the
location or add a new tank to double feed the
Millidgeville area and the Sandy Point High
Zone.
Water Tank Various LocationsDesign services required to move forward the 150,000
Improvementsdesign to rehabilitate existing water tanks.
$1,992,806$6,018,691
TOTAL:
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THE CITY OF SAINT JOHN
23-Oct-25
SAINT JOHN WATER
PROPOSED W & S FUND PROGRAM
2026
MDH: MUNICIPAL DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
PDH: PROVINCIALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
This is a tentative program listing of proposed capital projects.
RDH: REGIONALLY DESIGNATED HIGHWAYS
w&s: WATER AND SEWER RELATED PROJECTS
This list has not been approved by Common Council.
G&D: PROJECT IS FOR GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Priority assignments are subject to change at any time.
*: PROJECTS DEPENDANT ON FUNDING FROM OTHERS
Safe, Clean Drinking Water
OtherUtility
ProjectLocationDescription
ShareShare
Safe, Clean Drinking Water Treatment PlantSafe, Clean Drinking Water Program Contract 0290,000
Water Programannual Rehabilitation Payment for the Water
Treatment plant.
$0$290,000
TOTAL:
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