Ballina residents asked to have their say on key Council documents

Ballina residents asked to have their say on key Council documents

Ballina Shire Council is seeking to up rates, by 24 per cent, in the four years from next year. The special variation, part of a string of long term planning – with documents now on exhibition, for residents to have their say.

Council seeks input of special rates schemes

Geelong council is encouraging residents to apply to join a community reference group for its Special Rate and Charge (SRC) schemes. SRC schemes a funding model for infrastructure schemes where property owners who directly benefit from upgrades like footpaths, street lights and sealed roads contribute financially to their construction. Participants in the reference group would attend a two-and-a-half hour meeting in August to provide City office…