Budget & Initiatives

Balancing the budget

The 2009-2010 Budget passed down by Council on 17 June 2009 includes:

• $34.8 million Capital Works program
• $7 million improving road system, drainage infrastructure, footpaths and bridges
• $350,000 donation and in-kind assistance scheme
• $254,000 for the provision and maintenance of aged housing
• $321,500 for libraries
• $107,600 for community events and celebrations
• $1 million to start developing a new town planning scheme and associated policies
• $3.3 million to upkeep and maintain parks and gardens
• $859,000 to upkeep and maintain public amenities

Council has chosen a 6% increase in rates, and charges for waste based on cost-recovery for services.

• 2009-2010 Budget Snapshot
• Where the money will be spent
• Celebrations and events