Montreal Mayor Denis Coderre has announced that the city’s unpaid tax issues will be resolved by January 1st.
In a press conference held on Monday, Coderre addressed the ongoing issue of unpaid taxes in Montreal. He stated that the city has been working diligently to resolve the issue and that progress has been made.
According to Coderre, the city has been able to collect a significant amount of unpaid taxes through various measures, such as tax sales and legal action. He also mentioned that the city has implemented a new system to better track and collect unpaid taxes.
However, Coderre acknowledged that there are still some outstanding cases that need to be resolved. He assured the public that the city is actively working on these cases and that they will be resolved by January 1st.
The mayor also emphasized the importance of paying taxes, stating that it is a civic duty and necessary for the city to function properly. He urged those who have outstanding taxes to come forward and make arrangements to pay them.
In addition, Coderre announced that the city will be implementing stricter measures for those who continue to refuse to pay their taxes. This includes potential legal action and penalties.
The issue of unpaid taxes has been a concern for the city for some time now. In 2019, it was reported that Montreal was owed over $300 million in unpaid taxes. Coderre’s announcement brings hope that this issue will finally be resolved.
In conclusion, Mayor Coderre has assured the public that the city is taking necessary steps to resolve the issue of unpaid taxes. He has also reminded citizens of their responsibility to pay taxes and warned of stricter measures for those who do not comply. With the deadline set for January 1st, it is expected that the city will see a significant improvement in the collection of unpaid taxes.