Our draft Long-term Council Community Plan 2009-2019 (draft Community Plan 2009-2019) sets out our plan of work for the next 10 years, how much these proposed activities will cost, how they'll be funded and how your Regional rates will be affected.
Have a look at the frequently asked questions, the full Draft Community Plan or our Community Plan 2009-2019 Summary to find out more information about the work we are proposing to do in the next 10 years.
There is an overall rate increase of $1,306,000 for 2009-2010 that will help us carry out some important work in your area.
We are proposing an overall rate increase next year (2009-2010) of 4.66%. Compare what you are paying this year to your proposed rate for next year here.
If you would like to comment on your rates, or the work we are proposing to carry out, there are several ways you can make a submission.
Fill in the Online Community Plan submission form.
Download and print the submission form and email back to us at communityplan@horizons.govt.nz, or send to us at
Freepost 217922
Community Plan Consultation
Private Bag 11025
Manawatu Mail Centre
Palmerston North 4442
Fax us your submission form on 06 952 2929
Or write to us (without using the submission form) and email, post or fax your comments to us using the details above.
You can provide your submission by leaving an answer phone message or by talking to us directly. Please ring 0508 800 800 on Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm.
If you make a submission, you can present your comments in person to the Draft Community Plan Hearings. Please tick the box on the submission form to request to speak at the Hearing. Submissions will be heard from 25, 27 and 28 May. We'll contact you directly to arrange a suitable time.
Request the full Draft Community Plan 2009-2019 here or on communityplan@horizons.govt.nz or call us on 0508 800 800 and we'd be happy to help.
We can also provide the full Draft Community Plan 2009-2019 on CD, please mention this on your request.