Horizons Regional 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.
Cut unnecessary council costs that do not deliver results and place an unfair burden on residents, ratepayers and local businesses.
Stop growing council debt and focus spending on essentials to avoid rate hikes that hurt residents now and in the future.
Support central government investment in major infrastructure to benefit the region, such as reliable drinking water and safer transport networks.
Aim to reduce council debt through effective management.
Manage and review council investments to ensure greatest benefit for the ratepayer.
Manage finances with prudence and knowledge.
Ensure council spending is put towards outcomes that are achievable and strive towards council goals.
Support the review and simplification of the complex rating system to ensure it is fair, transparent and easier to understand.
Work with the community to ensure rates are fair and effective.
Cut unnecessary council costs that do not deliver results and place an unfair burden on residents, ratepayers and local businesses.
Stop growing council debt and focus spending on essentials to avoid rate hikes that hurt residents now and in the future.
Support central government investment in major infrastructure to benefit the region, such as reliable drinking water and safer transport networks.
Aim to reduce council debt through effective management.
Manage and review council investments to ensure greatest benefit for the ratepayer.
Manage finances with prudence and knowledge.
Ensure council spending is put towards outcomes that are achievable and strive towards council goals.
Support the review and simplification of the complex rating system to ensure it is fair, transparent and easier to understand.
Work with the community to ensure rates are fair and effective.
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