Northern Beaches Council proposed rate rise
Petitioner:
Mr David Smith
| Member:
Scruby, Jacqui
| No. of Signatories:
1,709
| Date closed:
25/07/2025
To the Speaker and Members of the Legislative Assembly,
The undersigned petitioners ask the Legislative Assembly to call on the Government to:
1. Order an immediate, independent expert inquiry into Northern Beaches Council's proposed 40% rate hike.
2. Ensure that the inquiry includes a comprehensive productivity audit of the Council's operations.
3. Halt any rate increases until the inquiry's findings are published and publicly discussed.
We believe this action is necessary to ensure transparency, accountability, and fair treatment of Northern Beaches residents, particularly given that the amalgamation of the three councils was expected to deliver significant productivity gains.
