It was also the case in Hamilton, which resulted in a 54% rates rise over ten years. Other ways to submit.

Falling behind in funding and infrastructure because of "abject lack of courage" in the past has seen Tauranga City Council vote for a 12.6 per cent average rates rise in the region. Please answer the questions. On the 24th of March the Tauranga City Councillors voted in favour of a revised residential rates increase of 7.6%. The more responses the more strength this petition will have. Tauranga City Council has today adopted its Annual Plan for 2018-19. Residential rates in Tauranga are amongst the very highest in the country - and if the Council has its way they will get higher. Add this to the proposed Council controlled kerbside pickup of rubbish, recycling and food scraps (around $500/annum/per household & compulsory) which is being introduced under the radar. A fist was banged on a table and voices were raised in passionate speeches as Tauranga City Council thrashed out a 12.6 per cent draft rates rise yesterday. It was also the case in Hamilton, which resulted in a 54% rates rise over ten years. Phone us on 07 577 7000 to find out if you qualify, especially if your household income is around $30,000 per year or less. For the status of council services under covid-19 alert conditions - Learn more Council services and closures All property owners in the Bay of Plenty Region pay rates. Tauranga City Council has passed a draft rates rise for next financial year of 12.6 per cent, equating to a median 8 per cent for homeowners - $4 a week. We also suggest you email or call your local councillor and tell them the same story — No Rates Rise for 2020/2021.

by Samantha Motions. Tauranga City Council may revisit its proposed 12.6 per cent rates increase as the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic hits and the nation goes into a month-long lockdown. Online Referendum for Zero Rate Increase. * Coronavirus slashes Tauranga City Council revenue The draft annual plan was revised following the Covid-19 lockdown to soften the proposed 12.6 per cent rates … Important Information Rates rebates are granted under the Rates Rebate Act 1973. Welcome to the Tauranga City Council Property Manager Portal This service provides access to rates information to support the … Tauranga City Council Property Manager Portal. Tauranga City Council has passed a draft rates rise for next financial year of 12.6 per cent, equating to a median 8 per cent for homeowners - $4 a week. Your council will … Tauranga City Council’s operating expenses are more than its income, and this has been the case for some time. Rates tool.

If you are on a low income you can apply for a rates rebate of up to $620 from the government.