Rate - Shire of Mundaring

A message from the Shire PresidentOnce again the Shire has endeavoured todeliver a budget which achieves a balancebetween the delivery of required services andcommunity infrastructure to meet communityexpectations, now and in the future.The budget has been developed with a strongfocus on ensuring the Shire continues to meetits long-term strategic objectives, one of whichis to remain financially sustainable.It is important to note that rates revenue is theShire’s principal source of income - it equatesto nearly two-thirds of our annual operatingrevenue. This revenue enables us to deliverservices, maintain community infrastructureand set aside sufficient reserves to fundactivities required by the community in futureyears.It is an unfortunate inevitability that the costof providing services and infrastructure riseseach year. While the Shire continually seeksways to improve efficiency in service delivery,such cost increases result in an increase inrates.The Shire is mindful of the impact of suchincreases and has sought to deliver aresponsible and balanced budget with theminimum rate increase required to fund itsactivities.There’s no doubt there will be continuedpressure on the Shire’s finances in theforeseeable future, due in part to our relativelylow population growth.As such, a key component of the Shire’songoing financial sustainability is itsinvestment property strategy. Still in itsearly years of development, this strategy isanticipated to deliver an enduring, additionalrevenue stream which will assist in reducingthe pressure on the size of future ratesincreases.In conclusion, this year’s budget providesresources to fund the improvement of anumber of Shire services. I look forward toseeing these come to fruition over the next12 months.Cr Helen DullardBenefits to the Community◊ Improved environmental compliance◊ Improved waste education◊ Improved Professional Library Service Delivery◊ Increased Community Grants programs◊ Improved Building Maintenance/Graffiti RemovalService Delivery◊ Improved Oval Maintenance Program◊ Improved Street Tree Maintenance Program◊ Improved Design Services service delivery◊ Improved Health Services’ Administration◊ Hazard Abatement & Hazard Reduction Control Burns◊ Restructure of service model at Lake Leschenaultia◊ Great Eastern Highway Banners Project◊ Community Satisfaction and Perceptions SurveyThe general rate increase for 2010/11 is 7.25%.Your CouncilWEST WARD SOUTH WARD CENTRAL WARD EAST WARDHelen Dullard(President)12 Curve RoadSwan ViewDarrell Jones163 Lakeside DvHelena ValleyAlan Pilgrim(Dep President)765 Hedges RdHoveaPatrick Bertola700 Lion StSawyers Valley0428 101 2499250 58569295 42499295 6537Tony Cuccaro12 Myles RoadSwan ViewColin James1370 Victor RdDarlingtonJenny Johnson605 Alexandra RdHoveaJohn Daw1375 Stone StChidlow9294 28219299 72109295 45579572 3191Pauline ClarkPO Box 193DarlingtonEva MarjanovicPO Box 414MundaringLiz Wysocki5 Gum GladeMundaringStephen Fox200 Murauba ClWooroloo0402 236 9179295 08009295 12319573 1179

How Council’s Money is SpentLibrary 2.8%Law Order 4.8%Recreation & Sport 14.8%Governance 10.2%Planning 5.5%Environmental 0.4%Health 11.0%Cultural &Community Projects 6.2%Infrastructure 38.3%Children’s Services 6.0%Shire of Mundaring, 7000 Great Eastern Highway, Mundaring WA 6073Phone: 9290 6666 Fax: 9295 3288 www.mundaring.wa.gov.au

UNDERSTANDING YOUR RATES NOTICERates provide the majority of the Shire’s income and are essential to ensureimprovements and developments within the community. Among the list of works andservices include capital works, environmental projects, maintenance of parks, reserves,drains, street lighting, libraries and sport and recreation facilities.Waste chargeThis covers the collectionof weekly rubbish andfortnightly recycling bincollection, annual wastetip passes and bulk vergecollections.RateThis rate is set by the Shireand is calculated to ensurethe rates charged each yearare sufficient to supportthe Shire’s services to thecommunity. For this ratingyear 2010/11 the rate in the$ is :GRV: 0.0957UV: 0.0038EmergencyServices Levy (ESL)All property owners in WAcontribute to the operationof fire and emergencyservices through the ESL.This funds the operatingcosts and equipmentpurchases of all career andvolunteer fire brigades andState Emergency Services.The Shire collects theValuationThis figure is determinedby the Valuer General andis a yearly rental value ofthe property. It is basedon statistics from propertymanagers, owners andother sources. Propertiesare rated on their incomeearning potential rather thanthe present re-sale value.Rate x Valuation = AmountLevied.

purchases of all career andvolunteer fire brigades andState Emergency Services.The Shire collects thelevy on behalf of the Fireand Emergency ServicesAuthority. The ESL iscalculated by multiplying theVALUATION by the ESL rate(which is set by FESA).Payment OptionsThe Shire offers two optionsfor payment of rates -Option 1: Payment in full bythe Due DateOption 2: Payment by fourinstalmentsIf these options are notsuitable, the Shire offersdirect debit or alternativearrangements by contactingour rates office.earning potential rather thanthe present re-sale value.Rate x Valuation = AmountLevied.InstalmentsTo qualify for an instalmentplan the Amount Due forthe First Instalment must bereceived by the due date. Anadministration fee of $20 ischarged for this option.Late PaymentInterestThis is charged onoutstanding rates andcharges that are not beingpaid in instalments or wherean instalment payment isoverdue.Payment MethodsPlease refer to the thesedetails when paying byBPAY, Post Billpay or BPoint.* SAMPLE ONLY *Entry PassThis pass allows the namedratepayer to enter the threetransfer stations within theShire. The pass must bepresented otherwise entrywill be refused. There is a$30 fee for replacementpasses.Pay your rates in full by 13 August 2010 and you could win a prize -see the list of great prizes on the next page.

Senior & Pensioner RebateWhat are my payment options?If you are a registered and entitled pensioner/senioryou have two options to pay your rates.Claim your pensioner rebate. The Shire will beable to claim a rebate from the Office of StateRevenue on your behalf if your portion of thegeneral rates and Emergency Services Levy (ESL)are paid in full by 30 June.Defer the general rates and ESL on yourproperty. This option is not available for lifetenants, seniors or those pensioners/seniorswho have been granted a rebate of less than 50percent. If you choose this option, the full ratesamount and ESL will be deferred and remain asa charge against your property until it is sold oryou move from the property. No interest will applyto the deferred amount. The payment of refuse orswimming pool charges cannot be deferred andmust be paid on or before the due date.Is there a minimum or maximum rebateamount for seniors?Seniors who meet the eligibility criteria are entitledto claim a rebate of up to 25 percent of theirgeneral rates. The general rates rebate for seniorsis capped to a maximum amount as determined bythe Office of State Revenue. There is no maximumor capped amount for the seniors rebate for theESL.What happens if my circumstances changeor I no longer receive a pension?If any of your circumstances change (ie your cardor pension type, your address or you becomeineligible for the rebate) you must notify the Shireimmediately.Who determines the rulings for pensionersand seniors?The Office of State Revenue determines all rulesin relation to the rebates and deferments forpensioners and seniors. The Shire administersthese rules.How do I apply for a pensioner rebate?There are several options to apply for the rebate:Complete an application online at www.watercorporation.com.au. The Water Corporationwill then forward a copy of your completedapplication to the Shire.To qualify for a senior,pensioner rebate ordeferment, you must meetthe following criteria:• own and occupy the property at 1July 2010• hold a valid Pensioner ConcessionCard, State Concession Card orState Seniors Card, or• hold both a State andCommonwealth Seniors Card.Ratepayers who meet the abovecriteria must pay their portion of thegeneral rates and Emergency ServicesLevy by 30 June 2011. An extensionto pay the rebate amount can not beallocated after this date.Contact the Water Corporation on 1300 659 951to complete a telephone application. They will thenforward a copy of your completed application to theShire.Or, complete a pensioner/senior application format the Shire’s administration office. The Shire willthen forward the duplicate copy of your completedapplication, together with copies of your relevantcards to the Water Corporation.What happens if I receive a concession cardduring the financial year?Partial concessions are also available topensioners and seniors who own and occupytheir property at 1 July 2010 and become eligibleduring the financial year. The partial concession willapply from the date your application is received bythe Water Corporation or the Shire, which ever isearlier.Do I get a rebate on the ESL?Seniors and pensioners who qualify for a rebate fortheir general rates will receive the same percentageof rebate on the ESL. Pensioners who are eligibleto defer their general rates may also defer theirESL.

Pay your rates in full by 13 August 2010and you could win.....Cash Prize $2000Cash Prizes of $1000 each (x 9)1st2nd - 10thWestpac Bonus Saver Account worth $100011thOne Nights Accommodation (standard family cabin)12thThree-month Membership (x 3)13th - 15thGroove Music $50 Gift Voucher (x 2)16th - 17thSaturday Night Accommodation for two adults(excludes concert season)18thDouble Pass to see WASO perform LazarevConducts Tchaikovsky (x 2)19th - 20thAnnual Membership and $50 Gift Voucher21st$100 Meal Voucher 22ndDouble Traditional Meal (Pick up from Mundaring Store)Two Pizzas, Garlic Bread & 1.25litre Drink (x 10)23rd - 32ndAnnual Entry Pass to Lake Leschenaultia (x 10)Season Tickets to Shire Pools (x 3)33rd - 42nd43rd - 45th

Walk, swim, play at the LakeLake Leschenaultia is a manmadelake constructed in 1897 forthe West Australian GovernmentRailway to water steam enginesat the Chidlow Well Station.Nowadays it is well known for itsgreat canoeing, swimming, cyclingand barbecue facilities. It also hascool shaded areas, lawns, whitesandy beaches and playgroundequipment.Ratepayers within the Shire canpurchase an annual pass to theLake for $30. The pass will allowyou to visit the lake as often as youlike for 12 months. To purchase anannual pass, complete the formbelow and pay the fee at the ShireAdministration Centre, 7000 GreatEastern Highway, Mundaring, or atthe Lake’s administration office.Note: the pass holder sticker mustbe placed on the windscreen ofyour car, otherwise entry will not beallowed without payment. The passentitles the holder to park a vehiclewithin the areas designated withinReserve 23165 only during theperiod the park gates are open tothe public.An all-terrainaquatic wheelchair isavailable at the Lake.APPLICATION FORANNUAL ENTRY PASSCOST : $30 for 12 monthsName:Address:Postcode:Vehicle Registration:ABIf you require two windscreen stickers, please present vehicle licence papers showing two vehiclesregistered at the same address.Not Available for Omnibuses.PLEASE NOTE: Dogs are not permitted at the Lake.OFFICE USE ONLYReceipt Number:Pass Number: ABMonth of Issue: