Full Programme and Zero Rates Increase
 
Value for money is a key theme for the Taranaki Regional Council as it finalises its Long-Term Plan for 2012-2022. After deliberating on submissions today (Monday 7 May), the Council has:
 
Budgeted for a zero rates increase in the 2012/2013 year.

Satisfied itself that it is fully resourced to continue all its proven and successful programmes and carry out its environmental responsibilities under the Resource Management Act.

Reaffirmed its proposal to assume ownership of Yarrow Stadium, with Councillors confident the regional community understands that making an extremely small annual payment via rates secures the future of a highly valued regional asset.

To read the full release, click on the link below (or copy and paste into your browser):
www.trc.govt.nz/full-programme-and-zero-rates-increase/

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