Albury Council Proposes Significant Rate Increase Amid Community Opposition
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Updated Oct 8
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What happened
Albury Council staff is proposing a new special rate variation (SRV) that would increase rates by 14 per cent per annum over two years, totaling a cumulative rise of 29.96 per cent. This proposal faces community backlash, with an anti-SRV petition gathering 3200 signatories. Kylie King has called for a 12-month pause on considering the SRV.
From bordermail.com.au
Why it matters
The proposed SRV would require ratepayers to pay an extra $375 overall compared to a 3.6 per cent rate peg. The proposal challenges the Council's funding model, particularly as Jason Gordon has recently taken over as chief executive.
From bordermail.com.au
Who's involved
- Kylie KingAdvocated for a pause on the SRV consideration due to cost of living and interest rate rises
- Jason GordonServes as the chief executive of Albury Council
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