Buller District Council
Rates and revenue
The work of local government is funded mainly by property taxes in the local area, known as rates. This makes up around 60% of council expenditure, with the rest coming from user charges, investment income, regulatory fees and roading subsidies. Councils can also borrow money to spread the cost of large investments such as infrastructure over a longer period of time.
Rates and revenue
The work of local government is funded mainly by property taxes in the local area, known as rates. This makes up around 60% of council expenditure, with the rest coming from user charges, investment income, regulatory fees and roading subsidies. Councils can also borrow money to spread the cost of large investments such as infrastructure over a longer period of time.
Keep rates affordable and fair for all residents.
Gain an understanding of how fees and charges have been developed and to try and develop ways to reduce these.
Commit to a transparent and equitable rating system that shares the cost burden for ratepayers.
Ensure that where possible, the council's investment strategy supports reducing overall debt.
Investigate external funding sources to support new initiatives and reduce the reliance on rates as a funding source.
Ensure prudent intergenerational financial management. Minimise rates reliance.
Keep aware of ratepayer affordability. Seek alliances, external funding opportunities, and promote rate rebate scheme.
Advocate that central government develops new laws and reforms in partnership with district councils and covers costs incurred.
Keep rates affordable and fair for all residents.
Gain an understanding of how fees and charges have been developed and to try and develop ways to reduce these.
Commit to a transparent and equitable rating system that shares the cost burden for ratepayers.
Ensure that where possible, the council's investment strategy supports reducing overall debt.
Investigate external funding sources to support new initiatives and reduce the reliance on rates as a funding source.
Ensure prudent intergenerational financial management. Minimise rates reliance.
Keep aware of ratepayer affordability. Seek alliances, external funding opportunities, and promote rate rebate scheme.
Advocate that central government develops new laws and reforms in partnership with district councils and covers costs incurred.
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