Smiths Falls, Ont., Council Approves $400,000 Budget for Water Tower Demolition

Smiths Falls sets aside $400K to demolish century-old water tower

Smiths Falls, Ont., has set aside $400,000 to demolish a decommissioned water tower that has stood over its downtown for more than 100 years.

Smiths Falls, Ont., council approves $400,000 budget for water tower demolition

Town council in Smiths Falls, Ont., has approved a plan to spend up to $400,000 to demolish its century-old, decommissioned water tower.

Smiths Falls Approves Up to $400K for Water Tower Demolition

Smiths Falls council has approved adding up to $400,000 to its 2026 capital budget for the demolition and removal of the town’s decommissioned water tower, despite concerns from Coun. Chris McGuire that the town is rushing an unusual process ahead of the municipal election. The project was not included in the town’s approved 2026 capital budget. The money will come from the Tax Stabilization Reserve, which Treasurer Paul Dowber told council has …