Theft Under $5000 On May 22nd at 1:59PM an off-duty officer reported seeing a suspect shoplift at a business in the 1800 block of 18th Street North. The suspect was prevented from leaving by the off-duty officer. On-duty BPS Members attended and arrested the 35-year-old male. (The $200 stolen DeWalt Automotive Jump Starter was recovered). The male was later released by Undertaking with a court date of July 31st, 2025. Theft Under $5000 On May 15th a business in Corral Centre reported a male suspect who stole $340 in merchandise. The suspect was identified through security footage. On May 22nd BPS member attended Brandon Correctional Centre (BCC) where the 40-year-old male is currently held. The male was arrested and will appear in court in the morning on May 23rd, 2025.

The City of Brandon advises residents and businesses of alternative service delivery options to mitigate postal delays due to the potential Canada Post work stoppage. Alternative Payment Options Customers who normally submit payment by mail are encouraged to utilize alternative payment methods accepted by the City: In-person at City Hall (410 – 9th St.) during normal business hours 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday Drop-off box at the east door on the southeast side of City Hall In-person at your financial institution Online banking, e-transfer, or through Virtual City Hall (VCH) For more information on these payment options, please visit brandon.ca/payment-options. Virtual City Hall To view balances or make payments on water, taxes or receivable accounts, customers may apply for a VCH account at brandon.ca/vch-application. For customers with an existing VCH account, please visit vch.brandon.ca for more information. VCH can also be utilized to pay parking and compliance tickets or apply for and pay for animal licenses. Property Taxes Property taxes are due on or before June 30, 2025. Property owners are responsible for ensuring payment is made on time, even if a bill is not received. A 1.25% monthly penalty will apply to unpaid taxes starting July 1, 2025. Reminder: while mail-in payments are accepted, they are not recommended due to potential postal delays. Please consider using an alternate payment option. The City will not extend the payment deadline for delays caused by mail disruptions. For more information on property taxes and assessments, visit brandon.ca/taxes-assessments. Tax and assessment details can also be viewed using the City’s Taxes and Assessments map: gisapp.brandon.ca/webmaps/taxassessment. Taxpayers can email taxes@brandon.ca for further assistance or request a copy of their 2025 tax statement. Water and Wastewater Utility Invoices Water and wastewater utility customers who receive their quarterly invoice by mail are encouraged to enroll in electronic invoicing. To enroll, complete an account change form online at  onlineservices.brandon.ca/updateinfo. Customers can view their utility account balance on VCH. Customers may also email water@brandon.ca with their service address or account number to obtain an electronic copy of their invoice. Other Invoices Invoices for ambulance, solid waste, or other municipal services may be paid using any of the alternatives listed above. Customers of these services can also enroll in electronic invoicing by emailing receivables@brandon.ca with their name and customer ID. Vendor Payments Businesses who currently receive payments via cheque are encouraged to enroll in electronic funds payment (EFT). EFT payments will continue to be generated weekly. Contact payables@brandon.ca for information on enrolling for EFT. Invoices to the City of Brandon can be emailed to payables@brandon.ca.

Arrest Warrant / New Charges A suspect was identified from two thefts at a business in the 800 block of 1st Street via video surveillance. Police members attended the home of the 28-year-old male for a curfew check and arrest, however the male was breaching Release Order conditions and was not home. The male was located at a traffic stop in the 100 block of College Avenue later in the evening. The male was wanted on multiple Arrest Warrants and provided an address that did not align with his Release Order. The male was arrested and held for court in the morning on May 22nd, 2025. Charges: Unendorsed Warrant for Arrest X3, Theft Under $5000 X2, Breach of Release Order X3. Immediate Roadside Prohibition On May 21st at 7:24PM a traffic stop in the 3300 block of Richmond Avenue took place due to the vehicle speeding at 81km/hour in a 50km/hour zone. Search on plates revealed it was not currently registered. The 27-year-old female driver failed two alcohol screening device tests. The driver was charged, and the vehicle was seized and towed.

On April 17th at 8:25PM, as a result of a CDSA (Controlled Drugs & Substances Act) investigation, Police arrested a 20-year-old male in the Corral Centre. The male was transported to Brandon Police Service. The BPS Organized Crime Section executed a CDSA Search Warrant of the male’s hotel room located in the 900 block of Middleton Avenue where he was residing. As a result, approximately 56.1 grams of Cocaine, approximately $28,000 in Canadian currency, drug trafficking paraphernalia and a cell phone were seized. The male was held for court in the morning on charges of Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking and Possession of Proceeds Obtained by Crime over $5000. A Release Order was given with conditions and a court date of May 15th, 2025. Two conditions included were to reside at his Winnipeg address and “must not attend to the Community of Brandon except for Court purposes”. The male failed to attend court on May 15th, 2025. A Warrant for Arrest has been issued for 20-year-old Armando Velasquez-Gutierrez. Anyone with information on Armando's whereabouts is asked to contact Brandon Police Service at 204-729-2345.

The City of Brandon’s Finance Department reminds all property owners that 2025 property taxes are due by Mon, June 30, 2025, at 5 p.m. Tax bills have been mailed and should arrive in mailboxes by the end of this week. Each mailing includes details on the 2025 municipal budget, property tax information, and the new provincial Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit. If you own property within Brandon city limits and do not receive your tax bill by June 1, 2025, please contact the Finance Department at 204-729-2228 or email taxes@brandon.ca. Property owners are responsible for ensuring payment is made on time, even if a bill is not received. A 1.25% monthly penalty will apply to unpaid taxes starting July 1, 2025. For more information on property taxes and assessments, visit brandon.ca/taxes-assessments. You can also view your 2025 tax and assessment details using the City’s Taxes and Assessments map: gisapp.brandon.ca/webmaps/taxassessment. The City offers several convenient ways to pay property taxes: 1. Online / Electronic Payments Virtual City Hall (credit card payments):  vch.brandon.ca Interac e-transfer, telephone banking, electronic funds transfer, or wire transfer Please allow sufficient time for your financial institution to process the payment. Funds must be received by the City by 5 p.m. on June 30. 2. Tax Installment Plan (T.I.P.) Prefer to pay monthly? Enroll in the T.I.P. program, which automatically debits your bank account on the 15th of each month. Payments are based on your most recent annual tax levy. The deadline to apply for the T.I.P. program this year is June 13, 2025.  Those who apply to begin the program later than January, will be required to make an initial payment for the year-to-date missed payments in that calendar year. Enrollment is available online at onlineservices.brandon.ca/updateinfo.aspx. 3. In Person Visit the Finance Department at Brandon City Hall (410 - 9th Street) during regular business hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. 4. By Mail While mail-in payments are accepted, they are not recommended due to the planned Canada Post work stoppage starting Fri, May 23, 2025. If mailing your payment, consider an alternate method. The City will not extend the payment deadline for delays caused by mail disruptions. Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit The Manitoba Government has introduced the Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit, replacing the School Tax Rebate and Education Property Tax Credit. This credit offers up to $1,500 for principal residences. For more information, contact Manitoba Government Inquiry at 1-866-626-4862 or visit gov.mb.ca/finance/personal/pcredits.html#hatc.