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Table of City Services and Standing Committee reporting structure
City Services and where they report to - Standing Committee Reporting Structure.
Each City service reports to a Standing Committee. Below is a list of City services, department names and the name of the Standing Committee that each service reports to.
Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee
| City Service | Department Name |
|---|---|
| Development Review Process (Rural) | Planning, Development and Building Services Department |
| Rural Affairs | Planning, Development and Building Services Department |
Audit Committee
| City Service | Department Name |
|---|---|
| Auditor General | Office of the Auditor General |
Community Services Committee
| City Service | Department Name |
|---|---|
| Children's Services | Community and Social Services Department |
| Community Recreation, Culture and Sport Services | Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department |
| Community Safety, Well-Being, Policy and Analytics | Community and Social Services Department |
| Complexes, Aquatics, and Specialized Services | Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department |
| Employment and Social Services | Community and Social Services Department |
| Gender and Race Equity, Inclusion, Indigenous Relations and Social Development | Community and Social Services Department |
| Facility Operations Service | Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department |
| General Manager and Business and Technical Support Services – Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services | Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department |
| General Manager and Business Support Services – Community and Social Services | Community and Social Services Department |
| Housing and Homelessness Services | Community and Social Services Department |
| Long-Term Care | Community and Social Services Department |
| Parks and Facilities Planning | Recreation, Cultural and Facility Services Department |
| Parks Maintenance Services | Public Works Department |
Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee
| City Service | Department Name |
|---|---|
| By-Law and Regulatory Services | Emergency and Protective Services Department |
| General Manager and Business and Technical Support Services - Emergency and Protective Services | Emergency and Protective Services Department |
| Ottawa Fire Services | Emergency and Protective Services Department |
| Ottawa Paramedic Service | Emergency and Protective Services Department |
| Public Policy Development - Emergency and Protective Services | Emergency and Protective Services Department |
| Public Safety Service | Emergency and Protective Services Department |
Environment and Climate Change Committee
| City Service | Department Name |
|---|---|
| Asset Management Services | Infrastructure and Water Services Department |
| Climate Change and Resiliency | Strategic Initiatives Department |
| Drinking Water (Water Linear and Customer Service/ Water Facilities and Treatment Services) | Infrastructure and Water Services Department |
| Forestry Services | Public Works Department |
| General Manager and Business and Technical Support Services - Infrastructure and Water Services Department | Infrastructure and Water Services Department |
| Solid Waste Services | Public Works Department |
| Stormwater, Laboratory and Municipal Drainage Services | Infrastructure and Water Services Department |
| Infrastructure Services | Infrastructure and Water Services Department |
| Wastewater (Water Linear and Customer Service/ Water Facilities and Treatment Services) | Infrastructure and Water Services Department |
Finance and Corporate Services Committee
| City Service | Department Name |
|---|---|
| City Clerk | Office of the City Clerk |
| City Manager's Office | City Manager's Office |
| Corporate Finance | Finance and Corporate Services Department |
| Economic Development | Strategic Initiatives Department |
| Elected Officials | Elected Officials |
| Financial Strategies, Planning and Client Service | Finance and Corporate Services Department |
| General Manager and Chief Financial Officer -and Business Support Services - Finance and Corporate Services Department | Finance and Corporate Services Department |
| Housing Solutions and Investment Services | Strategic Initiatives Department |
| Human Resources | Finance and Corporate Services Department |
| Information Technology Services | Finance and Corporate Services Department |
| Legal Services | Office of the City Solicitor |
| Light Rail Stage 2 Planning and Implementation Program | Transit Services Department |
| Office of the Chief Information Security Officer | Finance and Corporate Services Department |
| Payroll, Pension and Benefits | Finance and Corporate Services Department |
| Public Information and Media Relations | City Manager's Office |
| Revenue Services | Finance and Corporate Services Department |
| Service Ottawa | Finance and Corporate Services Department |
| Digital Service and Innovation | City Manager's Office |
| General Manager, Business Support Services and Strategic Projects | Strategic Initiatives Department |
| Supply Services | Finance and Corporate Services Department |
Planning and Housing Committee
| City Service | Department Name |
|---|---|
| Building Code Services | Planning, Development and Building Services Department |
| Affordable Housing Development | Strategic Initiatives Department |
| General Manager and Business Technical Support Services, Planning, Development and Building Services | Planning, Development and Building Services |
| Housing – Capital (development / redevelopment of new affordable, supportive and transitional housing) | Strategic Initiatives Department |
| Long-Range Land Use Planning | Planning, Development and Building Services Department |
| Planning Services | Planning, Development and Building Services Department |
| Right of Way, Heritage, and Urban Design | Planning, Development and Building Services Department |
Transportation Committee
| City Service | Department Name |
|---|---|
| Fleet Services | Finance and Corporate Services Department |
| General Manager and Business and Technical Support Services – Public Works Department | Public Works Department |
| Operational Performance and Development Services | Public Works Department |
| Parking Services | Public Works Department |
| Right of Way, Road Cut Permits | Planning, Development and Building Services Department |
| Roads Services | Public Works Department |
| Traffic Services | Public Works Department |
| Transportation Planning | Planning, Development and Building Services Department |
Transit Commission
| City Service | Department Name |
|---|---|
| OC Transpo – bus, Para Transpo and light rail | Transit Services Department |
Local Boards/Other Governing Bodies
| City Service | Board |
|---|---|
| Committee of Adjustment | Committee of Adjustment |
| Ottawa Police Service | Ottawa Police Services Board |
| Ottawa Public Health | Ottawa Board of Health |
| Ottawa Public Library | Ottawa Public Library Board |
Draft Budget 2025 meeting schedule
| Standing Committee / Board | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Board of Health - Budget Tabling | Monday, November 4, 2024 | 5:00pm |
| Public Library Board - Budget Tabling | Tuesday, November 5, 2024 | 5:00pm |
| Police Services Board - Budget Tabling (special meeting) | Wednesday, November 13, 2024 | 8:00am |
Council – Budget Tabling
|
Wednesday, November 13, 2024 | 10:00am |
| French Language Services Advisory Committee | Thursday, November 14, 2024 | 5:30pm |
| Transit Commission | Monday, November 18, 2024 | 9:30am |
| Environment and Climate Change Committee | Tuesday, November 19, 2024 | 9:30am |
| Accessibility Advisory Committee | Tuesday, November 19, 2024 | 6:00pm |
| Planning and Housing Committee | Wednesday, November 20, 2024 | 9:30am |
| Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee | Thursday, November 21, 2024 | 9:30am |
| Audit Committee | Monday, November 25, 2024 | 9:30am |
| Police Services Board | Monday, November 25, 2024 | 4:00pm |
| Community Services Committee | Tuesday, November 26, 2024 | 9:30am |
| Transportation Committee | Thursday, November 28, 2024 | 9:30am |
| Board of Health | Monday, December 2, 2024 | 5:00pm |
| Finance and Corporate Services Committee | Tuesday, December 3, 2024 | 9:30am |
| Public Library Board | Tuesday, December 3, 2024 | 5:00pm |
| Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee | Thursday, December 5, 2024 | 10:00am |
| Council – Budget Consideration / Adoption | Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | 10:00am |
*Meeting dates and times are subject to change at the discretion of the respective Chair
We want your input on Ottawa's budget
The City is developing its budget and we want your feedback.
Wondering how you can provide your feedback on this and future budgets?
There are year-round options to provide your feedback.
You can: Submit your ideas to your Ward Councillor.
Follow and engage with us on Facebook and X @ottawacity, using the hashtag #OttBudget
Each fall, the City seeks Council approval of its budget directions, which includes setting the recommended municipal tax rate and outlining the approach and timetable for consultation and consideration.
Once this is approved, you can participate in the budget consultations on Engage Ottawa.
In November, the budget is tabled at a special Council meeting.
Following tabling, residents can provide feedback on the draft budget in the following ways: Participate in Councillor-led public consultations.
Ask questions on Engage Ottawa.
Community delegations can register to make a brief presentation to each Standing Committee considering a budget
Following these Committee meetings, Council approves its budget at a special meeting in December. It’s your budget, so have your say.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Wondering how you can provide your feedback on this and future budgets?
There are year-round options to provide your feedback.
You can: Submit your ideas to your Ward Councillor.
Follow and engage with us on Facebook and X @ottawacity, using the hashtag #OttBudget
Each fall, the City seeks Council approval of its budget directions, which includes setting the recommended municipal tax rate and outlining the approach and timetable for consultation and consideration.
Once this is approved, you can participate in the budget consultations on Engage Ottawa.
In November, the budget is tabled at a special Council meeting.
Following tabling, residents can provide feedback on the draft budget in the following ways: Participate in Councillor-led public consultations.
Ask questions on Engage Ottawa.
Community delegations can register to make a brief presentation to each Standing Committee considering a budget
Following these Committee meetings, Council approves its budget at a special meeting in December. It’s your budget, so have your say.
We look forward to hearing from you!
How does the City compare with other municipalities
Find out how the City budget affects your property taxes, and what your taxes pay for.
If you are interested in learning more about municipal assessments and how Ottawa compares to other Ontario municipalities pleas take a look at 2022 Municipal Study conducted by BMA Management Consulting Inc.
How the City of Ottawa compares
| City | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | Cumulative Total | Compounded Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa | 1.91% | 2.00% | 2.00% | 2.00% | 2.00% | 3.00% | 3.00% | 3.00% | 3.00% | 2.50% | 2.50% | 26.91% | 30.44% |
| Toronto | 2.23% | 2.75% | 1.30% | 3.29% | 2.91% | 3.58% | 2.00% | 0.51% | 2.90% | 5.50% | 9.50% | 36.47% | 42.78% |
| Edmonton | 4.92% | 5.70% | 4.10% | 3.10% | 3.20% | 2.60% | 2.08% | 0.00% | 1.90% | 4.96% | 8.90% | 39.86% | 47.54% |
| Calgary | 5.00%* | 4.20% | 6.10% | 0.00% | 3.80% | 3.45% | 1.50% | -1.66% | 3.61% | 5.50% | 7.80% | 39.30% | 46.61% |
| Vancouver | 1.90% | 2.40% | 2.30% | 3.90% | 4.24% | 4.50% | 8.20% | 5.00% | 6.35% | 10.70% | 7.50% | 56.99% | 73.71% |
Get involved in the budget process - Have your say
There are many ways to stay informed and participate in the budget process
Year-round
- Submit your ideas to your Ward Councillor
- Call 3-1-1 (TTY: 613-580-2401). Rural residents call 613-580-2400
- Follow and communicate with us on Facebook and X @ottawacity, using the hashtag #OttBudget
September - October
Participate in the budget consultations on Engage Ottawa
September
The Budget Directions Report is presented to Council in September. The purpose of the report is to provide Council with an outline of the projected pressures that the City will be facing, including:
- A list of projected efficiencies and opportunities
- Impacts related to Provincial and Federal funding
- Impacts related to compensation and benefit increases from contract settlements
- Impacts related to inflationary pressures such as fuel and capital driven by the supply chain and economic conditions
- The proposed annual increase in property taxation
- Outlining the budget allocation targets for the Boards and Transit Commission
September-November
Following the Budget Directions Report by Council, staff build the draft budget.
November
- The draft budget is tabled at Council in November.
- Following tabling, residents can provide feedback on the draft budget in the following ways:
- Participate in Councillor-led public consultations. Check back regularly on this page or on Engage Ottawa as dates will be added when they are available
- Ask questions on Engage Ottawa
- Follow along with Standing Committee meetings. At the meetings, there is an opportunity for community delegations to register and make a brief presentation to the Standing Committee.
December
Council will consider the draft budget for adoption in December. The adopted budget books will be updated and posted on Ottawa.ca