Tauranga City Council seeks public input on shifting alcohol licensing costs from ratepayers to businesses.

Tauranga City Council is seeking public input on how to cover alcohol licensing costs, currently funded 40% by business fees and 60% by general rates ($755,000 annually). A proposed bylaw could allow the council to set its own fees, potentially reducing the burden on ratepayers. If approved, fees would cover staff, application processing, inspections, and more. Feedback can be provided at letstalk.tauranga.govt.nz/alcoholfeesetting.

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