Finances

The current economic climate (2009) is such that some projects must go on hold. Development of facilities such as the indoor stadium, while the may be required by a sector of the community do not justify the level of expenditure in suc a climate.

In ten years the global depression will continue,, so WCC must take care with expenditure. The peak oil era is over and there will be fewer cars and no need for large new roads.

Loans & Grants

The loans that Wellington City is carrying need to be prioritised and paid off. the existing debt servicing cannot be sustained, particularly if the current recession deepens or drags out more than a few years.

Pay of the loan for one large project before another project is started. Cash in the the bank to pay for a development is better that borowing all the time.

In terms of other organisations (sanctuary & MEC) the Council should not be seen as a benevolent society.

Shareholding

Do not sell the Council's shareholding in Wellington Airport Ltd

Prior to the selling of any city siver (assets) consult with the residents and businesses in a meaningful way , listen and hear what the people of Wellington say and act accordingly.

User Pays

Wellingtonians pay through rates for services such as libraries, city museums and art galleries. The Libraries already charge non residents for library services. Extend this user pay concept to other services shuch as the city museums and art gallery.

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