Metchosin property owners can expect an average tax increase of $148.03 this year after council officially adopted its five-year financial plan and 2026 tax rates. Following nine meetings and an open house dating back to October, council unanimously approved its 2026-2030 financial plan and 2026 tax rate bylaw during its May 4 meeting. According to the presentation from chief financial officer Geoffery Kreek, the increase represents a 9.92 per c…