Nanaimo Townhall Meeting Discussing : Property Taxes, AAP, Local Farming, New Rezoning Plans

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Wednesday, August 21st, 2024
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Town Hall Meeting: Addressing Key Issues Facing Our Community

Nanaimo, August 13th, 2024 – Concerned citizens are invited to attend a crucial Town Hall meeting to discuss pressing issues affecting our community. The meeting will focus on the following critical topics:

Local Taxation Increases: Property taxes have surged over the past six years, rising from $3,750 to $5,200 on an $850,000 home, with annual increases ranging from 3.0% to 7.7%, and a total increase of 38.1%. Do you feel you’re getting your money’s worth?

Alternative Approval Process (AAP): Despite failing twice, the AAP to build a new Operations Center (renamed to Public Works Yard again) is being proposed for a third time. Learn about the AAP process, and ask, "Why not hold a referendum for borrowing $90 million instead?"

New Farming Regulations: Vancouver Island produces only 3% of its own food, yet new water and land restrictions are putting local farming and food sustainability in jeopardy. In the event of a disaster, our three-day food supply could leave us vulnerable. Learn how new regulations are threatening local farming, reducing Vancouver Island’s food production, and jeopardizing our food sustainability.

Blanket Rezoning: The City has recently rezoned the entire city, allowing multi-unit developments and up to three homes on nearly any lot in residential neighborhoods without consultation.

Join us to voice your concerns and shape the future of our community.