Shire of Carnarvon approves 3.5 per cent rate as 2022 revenue strategy is passed

Carnarvon property owners will be hit with a 3.5 per cent rate rise after the Shire of Carnarvon adopted its revenue strategy for 2022 at last week’s council meeting. Community consultation was undertaken to get public feedback on the recommendations such as, supporting existing and potential businesses, promoting investment opportunities, and implementing alternative rating options. This includes implementing a higher rate for mining, special-use rural, commercial, intensive horticultural, and industrial properties with annual deliberation. Shire president Eddie Smith said: “Council recognises that financial stability and sustainability is one of the highest and most pressing priorities and challenges facing the Shire of Carnarvon.” “We acknowledge that our small ratepayer base cannot continue to sustain assets and that additional revenue streams are urgently needed to support essential programs. “I look forward to implementing the actions and strategies outline in this document to enable Carnarvon to achieve its potential as a major regional centre and capitol of the Gascoyne region.”