Dan Sutherland of Calderdale Council pledges not to raise council tax by the maximum amount.
The Environment Agency's plans to protect Hebden Bridge were approved earlier this year.
Survivors who were abused at a children's home say they have had no local authority apology.
Reform UK's leader in Calderdale says some other proposed parking charges will also be reviewed.
Work has been ongoing through 2026 as part of a £19m plan to improve Brighouse town centre.
Traders have expressed fears about a drop in trade with some even having to let some workers go.
The centres currently close for one or two days a week to save costs and balance the council budget.
The money is expected to pay for resurfacing, patching and other work on roads in West Yorkshire.
Calderdale Council distances itself from Pride banner row after 30 appear across district.
