Kenora City Council is starting the budget process three months ahead of last year.
This week, council will hear pre-budget submissions from a number of community groups including Triple Play, the Economic Development Commission and the Museum.
Mayor Dave Canfield says its going to be a real challenge to keep tax rates low next year.
Canfield says they also have to deal with aging infrastructure including a number of bridges along Lakeview Drive, which are in need of millions dollars worth of repairs.