Far North 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.
Require everyone to pay rates if residing in a house no matter where they live.
Conduct a full financial, social and environmental audit of both Far North Holding Ltd and Northland Inc.
Ensure full transparency in all council contracts so ratepayers know how, where and why money is spent.
Implement an immediate debt and rate freeze.
Control council debt to prevent over-borrowing and ensure long-term fiscal responsibility, understanding how debt is secured.
Ensure rates are fair, balancing community needs with services and communicate clearly how funds are spent and the value provided.
Manage rates, fees, council investments and debt prudently to maintain financial stability and transparency.
Require everyone to pay rates if residing in a house no matter where they live.
Conduct a full financial, social and environmental audit of both Far North Holding Ltd and Northland Inc.
Ensure full transparency in all council contracts so ratepayers know how, where and why money is spent.
Implement an immediate debt and rate freeze.
Control council debt to prevent over-borrowing and ensure long-term fiscal responsibility, understanding how debt is secured.
Ensure rates are fair, balancing community needs with services and communicate clearly how funds are spent and the value provided.
Manage rates, fees, council investments and debt prudently to maintain financial stability and transparency.
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