Annual Budget

The Central Coast Regional District (CCRD) prepares a new budget every year, setting out how services are funded and delivered. The process runs from July to March and includes multiple opportunities for residents to learn, ask questions, and share feedback. Check out the links and videos below for all the budget information.  CLICK HERE to provide feedback on the 2026 Budget.

July–August: Service Satisfaction Survey

• Residents are invited to complete a short survey about CCRD services.
• The survey ran from August 1, 2025 until September 2, 2025
• Results were shared at the September Regular Board meeting, Click here to view report.

September: Online Information Campaign

• Key dates, meeting schedules, and engagement opportunities are posted on the CCRD website and Facebook page.
• Residents can learn how to follow the process and where to send questions or comments.

October: Early Budget Overview

• Staff present an overview of major budget items, including new capital projects and significant operational changes.
• The Board provides early direction and may request more information or options.
• Check out the 2026 Budget Presentation Slides Here 

November: Draft Budget Review

• A reworked draft budget is presented at the Committee of the Whole meeting.
• This step helps resolve major issues and gives the Board a clearer financial picture.
• Check out the 2026 Budget Presentation Slides Here 

January: Updated Budget Presentation

• Staff present updated financials, including year‑end actuals and new provincial assessment values.
• Check out the slides from the January Budget Presentation Here

February: Public Engagement

• A draft budget is posted online for public review.
• Two engagement sessions are held:
  • In‑person session in the Bella Coola Valley FOR MORE INFORMATION, CLICK HERE
    • 2026 All Area Tax Rate
    • 2026 Preliminary Residential Tax Rates By Area
    • Regional Service Information Posters – Information on General Operations, Emergency Management, Vancouver Island Regional Library, Feasibility Studies, Economic Development, Land Use Planning, and Grant-in- Aid.
    • 2026 Area A Services posters – Denny Island Airport, Denny Island Recreation, and Denny Island Water.
    • 2026 Area C/D Service posters  – Hagensborg Water Service
    • 2026 Area C/D/E  Services posters –  Bella Coola Airport, Solid Waste Management,  Centennial Pool, Bella Coola Valley Parks and Rec, House Numbering BCV, Street Lighting BCV, and BCV Fire Protection
    • 2026 Area E Services  Bella Coola Waterworks and Townsite Streetlights.
    • 2026 Beyond the Budget
    • 2026 9-1-1 Information Poster
  • Live online presentation for all residents, with opportunities to provide feedback.
    • Slides from the online presentation: Here
• All presentation materials are posted online afterward.
• Public comments are accepted for a set period.

February Board Meeting: Final Review

• The Board reviews public feedback, considers final changes, and hears delegations (up to 60 minutes total).
• A final draft with tax implications is presented.

March: Budget Adoption

• Updated surplus numbers are provided by the auditor.
• The Board adopts the final budget and required financial bylaws by March 31.
• No delegations are accepted at the March meeting.