Submission on Tasman District Council Annual Plan and Fees and Charges 2023-2024
Rates are among the top ten operational expenses of a farming business. They are a source of considerable financial pressure for all farmers. Federated Farmers makes submissions on Annual Plans and Long-Term Plans to ensure councils exercise fiscal prudence, and consider affordability, fairness, and equity issues regarding rates. We support councils making use of the full suite funding tools available i.e., differentials, targeted rates, the UAGC and alternative funding sources. We acknowledge any submissions made by individual members of Federated Farmers.
Federated Farmers would be keen to meet with Council to provide continual feedback on any likely issues of significance for the rural community, and particularly any changes proposed to the funding policy.
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Contact:
Emily McDonald
Regional Policy Advisor