Nelson City 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.
Manage finances carefully by prioritising renewals and completing projects fully to avoid costly delays and extra expenses.
Promote transparency and responsible debt management by keeping the community informed and balancing funding needs fairly.
Seek diverse income streams including grants, trusts and government returning GST from new builds to ease rates pressure and support local growth.
Staunch the bleeding of cash.
Set financial goals for sound long-term investment, debt reduction and handling of risk.
Commit to transparent financial management, making sure every dollar is spent wisely and openly reported.
Keep council fees and charges smart and affordable, backing community use of facilities and services.
Set rates that are fair and focused, recognising the pressure of the cost-of-living crisis on households and businesses.
Live within our means and stop spending if it cannot be afforded.
Lower council debt as interest is wasted money.
Stop rate increases above the rate of inflation.
Explore alternative revenue options beyond rates to fund services, easing the cost of living while maintaining strong local support.
Keep rates fair and manageable, balancing community needs with the cost of quality local services and infrastructure.
Manage council debt responsibly to fund key projects without burdening future generations.
Review council fees and charges, including pool fees, parking and dog registration fees to ensure fairness for residents.
Access alternative income streams such as government grants, partnerships and local enterprise to reduce pressure on rates.
Work with council staff to slow the speed of rate increases and improve financial management.
Manage finances carefully by prioritising renewals and completing projects fully to avoid costly delays and extra expenses.
Promote transparency and responsible debt management by keeping the community informed and balancing funding needs fairly.
Seek diverse income streams including grants, trusts and government returning GST from new builds to ease rates pressure and support local growth.
Staunch the bleeding of cash.
Set financial goals for sound long-term investment, debt reduction and handling of risk.
Commit to transparent financial management, making sure every dollar is spent wisely and openly reported.
Keep council fees and charges smart and affordable, backing community use of facilities and services.
Set rates that are fair and focused, recognising the pressure of the cost-of-living crisis on households and businesses.
Live within our means and stop spending if it cannot be afforded.
Lower council debt as interest is wasted money.
Stop rate increases above the rate of inflation.
Explore alternative revenue options beyond rates to fund services, easing the cost of living while maintaining strong local support.
Keep rates fair and manageable, balancing community needs with the cost of quality local services and infrastructure.
Manage council debt responsibly to fund key projects without burdening future generations.
Review council fees and charges, including pool fees, parking and dog registration fees to ensure fairness for residents.
Access alternative income streams such as government grants, partnerships and local enterprise to reduce pressure on rates.
Work with council staff to slow the speed of rate increases and improve financial management.
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