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.
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.
Approach rates as a form of taxation rather than a fee-for-service to connect with affordability.
Be mindful in setting rates of the deprivation index profile of Masterton's urban community indicating relatively low income.
Be mindful that Masterton has a very high number of people who have no other income than their pension.
Approach rates as a form of taxation rather than a fee-for-service to connect with affordability.
Be mindful in setting rates of the deprivation index profile of Masterton's urban community indicating relatively low income.
Be mindful that Masterton has a very high number of people who have no other income than their pension.
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