Selwyn 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.
Advocate for changes to the way properties near rezoned land are unfairly rated so that all rates are fair and reasonable.
Propose a 150-day plan to address areas identified for improvement of council performance and areas of financial waste.
Return the council’s cap from 220% back to 160% and spend within our means.
Advocate for changes to the way properties near rezoned land are unfairly rated so that all rates are fair and reasonable.
Propose a 150-day plan to address areas identified for improvement of council performance and areas of financial waste.
Return the council’s cap from 220% back to 160% and spend within our means.
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