Elements and Performance Criteria
- Provide rates policy options
- Create and review rating structures within council and statutory requirements
- Council's requirements for rating structure options are confirmed.
- The rating structures presented meet state government requirements in regard to income limitations and legal structure and are consistent with council policies.
- Options for rates in the dollar and total valuation information are provided in required format within specified time frames.
- Options are presented in a way that clarifies the financial impact on property owners.
- Rating structures are reviewed following general revaluations.
- Provide reports on rebates and exemptions as required
- Reports and recommendations are provided in line with council and statutory requirements.
- Recommendations are supported by appropriate documentation to allow council to make fair decisions in line with policy.
- Suggestions for improvements to council rates policies within the discretionary provisions of the act are provided to ensure determinations are fair and equal.