When is my rates notice coming? Published on 24 July 2024 Keep an eye out for your rates notices, which are hitting your inboxes and mailboxes this week. Tagged as: , Rates and Finance
What happens next with the rate increase? Published on 21 May 2024 The state government’s independent regulator has given Kempsey Shire Council permission to implement a rate increase of 24%, spread over two years. The proposal is for a 7.9% increase in property rates for the first year, followed by a 15% increase for 2025-26. Tagged as: , Rates and Finance
Council's rate rise application partially approved by regulator Published on 14 May 2024 Council has been given permission to raise rates by 24% over the next two years by the NSW Government’s independent pricing regulator after applying for a 42% increase over 3 years. Tagged as: , Mayor and Councillors, Rates and Finance
What if the Special Rate Variation application is unsuccessful? Published on 09 May 2024 Council’s application for a Special rate Variation (SRV) is currently before the Independent Price and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART), with a decision expected in May. When the decision from IPART comes through, what if the answer is no? Tagged as: , Rates and Finance
Council’s budget and plan for financial improvements go on exhibition Published on 30 April 2024 The Kempsey community will have a fresh opportunity to assess Council’s financial plans over the coming month. Tagged as: , Rates and Finance
Independent regulator invites community feedback on proposed rate rise Published on 27 February 2024 Kempsey ratepayers can have their say on the proposed rate rise over the next three weeks after the NSW government’s independent pricing regulator has called for feedback. Tagged as: , Rates and Finance
Kempsey Shire Council awaits IPART publication of application Published on 26 February 2024 Council expects IPART to publish applications from Councils across NSW for public engagement in the coming days. Tagged as: , Rates and Finance
Updated Financial Statements to be presented at Council meeting Published on 14 February 2024 Kempsey Shire Council advises that the Ordinary Council meeting to be held on 20 February 2024 will include the presentation of the Audited Financial Statements and the Auditor’s Reports for the year ending 30 June 2023. Tagged as: , Rates and Finance
Last chance to comment on important SRV documents Published on 12 January 2024 You have one more week to provide feedback on how Council will support financial hardship in the context of potential rate rises. Tagged as: , Rates and Finance
Kempsey residents calculate the impact of a proposed rate increase Published on 11 December 2023 A rate calculator tool available on Kempsey Shire Council’s engagement website is helping concerned residents understand the impact of an increase in rates that could be implemented from next financial year. Tagged as: , Rates and Finance