Brampton city council has adopted the 2025 budget, marking its second "strong mayor" budget, primarily managed by Mayor Patrick Brown. The budget includes a 2.9% property tax increase, with 1% allocated for a hospital levy. Key investments include $300 million for a new transit facility, $148 million for the Embleton Community Centre, and funding for downtown revitalization and flood mitigation. The budget also enhances recreational programs and supports the new Toronto Metropolitan Medical School with $10 million.

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