FAQs
What is the proposed rate increase?
For the average rate payer, the budget has been produced in line with the adoption Long Term Financial Plan parameters with a rates increase of 4.7% CPI + 1.5% to ensure Council stays financial sustainable now and into the future.
Read further details in the Council Report here, from the 23 May 2022 Special Council Meeting - noting that this report was prior to Council making adjustments to the operating projects.
How do Council’s fund their services?
Follow the link to read about Funding Council Services
How do Council’s set rates?
Follow the link to read about Council's Rates and Financial Sustainability Indicators
How are valuations used in setting the rates and how does the rate in the dollar work?
Follow the link to read about Council Rates and Property Values
How can financial assistance be provided to ratepayers?
Follow the link to read about Financial Assistance
Where can I find more information on the draft Annual Business Plan and Budget 2022/23?