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What Is a Core Service Review—and Why It Could Save Our
City
It’s not a budget cut. It’s not a PR stunt.
It’s the sharpest tool taxpayers have to hold city hall accountable. If you’ve
ever wondered where your tax dollars really go—and whether they’re buying the
services we need—it’s time to learn about Core Service Reviews.
What Is a CSR?
A Core Service Review (CSR) is a
comprehensive look at what your city is doing, how much it’s costing, and
whether it makes sense. It helps answer big questions:
- What services are we delivering?
- Are they essential or outdated?
- Are we doing them efficiently—or just expensively?
CSRs are not about slashing jobs or
privatizing everything. They’re about transparency and accountability. Done
right, they highlight duplication, mission creep, or expensive programs that
may have outlived their usefulness.
Think of it like an annual check-up.
Without one, your city might be running on assumptions, political pet projects,
or legacy programs no one dares question.
Why This Matters for Nanaimo
Nanaimo has never had a comprehensive Core
Service Review. Why not? Other cities have saved millions and rebalanced
services to reflect modern needs. A CSR doesn’t just help trim waste—it helps
protect the services that matter most.
👉 Ask your councillor: Why
hasn’t Nanaimo had a Core Service Review?
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