The Town of Tecumseh, Ontario, has released its proposed 2026 spending plan, which suggests a municipal property tax levy increase that is lower than last year. Mayor Gary McNamara introduced the plan to balance community growth with the ongoing costs of maintaining local roads, utilities and parks.
Under the proposal, the town is proposing a municipal levy of $31.9 million and a 2.85 per cent municipal tax levy increase. According to the Windsor Star, the municipal portion of that change would cost the average household approximately $69 for the year; when county and education levies are included the overall increase works out to about 2.36 per cent (roughly $103 on the average property cited by the Windsor Star).
Much of the suggested spending is set for public works and community spaces, including road rehabilitation projects and park upgrades, with specific work planned at Lakewood Park and other facilities (the town’s capital program also includes water features and washroom upgrades in park projects). This is the first year the budget has been tabled under the provincial “Strong Mayor” framework, which gave the mayor expanded authority over municipal budget preparation effective May 1, 2025.
Residents now have the opportunity to review the details and share their feedback before the final version is approved. Mayor McNamara told CTV News Windsor that he “feels confident this budget is going to pass,” noting it keeps taxes at a manageable level while still investing in the town’s future.
More information and official meeting notes can be found on the Town of Tecumseh Council Connect website. Residents can review the draft online until Feb. 12, when councillors may propose amendments; if no changes are suggested the budget may be considered approved on Feb. 12, but if amendments are proposed final approval could be delayed until March 9.
