InstantForum.NET v4.1.4Long Term Council Coummunity Planhttp://forum.whakatane.govt.nz/forum@whakatane.govt.nzTue, 24 Nov 2009 22:24:49 GMT20http://forum.whakatane.govt.nz/Topic32-6-1.aspxI've just discovered this forum and firstly can I say I think it's a great idea. Since I moved to Whakatane all I've heard is that the Council aren't listening to their community and I think this is a good way to improve on that. <br><br>I think an SUIP system is appropriate for some services, such as the ones where the 'customer' has an alternative or has an option to reduce their need for those services - for example waste management services. But the WDC UAGC isn't used for this. How is WDC going to work out what is a SUIP and what isn't? have you carried out a comparison of what difference this would make to lower socio-economic groups where they may often have two dwellings on one property that might qualify as a SUIP, and paying two UAGCs might make a very significant difference in their overall rates bill? <br><br>Can I ask also whether these posts are considered a formal response in a consultation process? ThanksWed, 22 Apr 2009 14:28:00 GMTLisaE