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Staff Pushing $5,000-Per-Metre Fence - Ratepayers Need Their Say
The Wellington Ratepayers’ Alliance is calling on Wellington City Council to put a hold on rushing through the $30 million harbour fencing project, and take the plans to consultation before ratepayers’ money is spent.
Commenting, Wellington Ratepayers’ Alliance Spokesman James Ross said:
“$5,000 per metre of fence is ludicrous, but running up a bill like that without even asking the people picking up the bill is scandalous.”
“When was the last major project in Wellington which didn’t blow its budget? $30 million will almost certainly just be the start.”
“Public scrutiny isn’t just a hurdle to be dodged. Rushing to sink costs on major spending like this and the Golden Mile right before the election with no consultation screams of council staff playing politics.”
“Councillors need to reject this $375-per-household rush job, commit to consultation, or scrap the project entirely.”
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The Wellington Ratepayers’ Alliance is a not-for-profit community group dedicated to championing prudent fiscal management of the Wellington region. Membership is free and open to all residents who sign up at www.wellingtonratepayers.nz.
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