Message from the Mayor Hello everyone,
I think we have all been watching the news and wondering how international changes are going to affect us all. At the February 12th Council meeting, I acknowledged that changing tariffs and trade disruptions initiated by the current U.S. administration create uncertainty and pose a risk to our local economies. I also highlighted that the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) strongly condemned these tariffs and the harm they will inflict on local businesses, workers, supply chains, and trade agreements. Municipalities across Ontario are paying close attention to the news and announcements by upper-level governments to understand exposure to the risks and impacts that may transpire and to think about potential mitigating actions. For example, municipal capital expenditure programs – which include building or repairing assets like roads, bridges, and facilities – comprise significant portions of our budgets. In a report to
Aina DeViet, Mayor 519.666.0190 x 5234 deviet@middlesexcentre.ca www.middlesexcentre.ca
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AMO, Oxford Economics estimated that municipal capital projects already planned for the next two years, totalling almost $50 billion, could increase by over $1 billion as a result of the tariffs. At the local level, it will be important to understand our exposure to the budgetary impact of tariffs on inputs for planned projects and to assess options to “Buy Canadian”. Here in Middlesex Centre, we are committed to supporting upper-tier governments as we deal with change and uncertainty. We are closely monitoring the policies recommended by AMO and FCM, as well as the actions taken by the provincial and federal governments. We are prepared to do our part to protect the social and economic prosperity of Ontario and the nation. Spring arrived on March 20th and it’s great to see the days get warmer and longer. I’m looking forward to sunnier days and all of the activities and events that are coming, including the opening of the renovated municipal office. Keep an eye on the Middlesex Centre website for details and we will look forward to seeing you there! Very best,
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