Mayor’s message

The City is acutely aware of the financial pressures faced by many households and remains committed to delivering value-for-money for ratepayers.

Our major spending is concentrated on projects that provide maximum benefit to our community members.

In 2019/20, projects such as the $6.8 million redevelopment of Robinson Park will give families a terrific new nature play space, multi-sports area, barbecues and a new dog exercise area.

Several other significant park improvements will also be carried out in the next financial year, including Glyndebourne Avenue and Kelton Way Reserves in Thornlie and Chelsfield Street Reserve in Gosnells.

Millions of dollars have been allocated to major road projects, including the widening of Southern River Road in Huntingdale, replacing traffic lights with a roundabout at the intersection of Fremantle Road and George Street in Gosnells and rehabilitation works on Canning Mills Road, Martin.

We are continuing to deliver important community services with extensive programs and events for seniors, cultural groups, families and children, as well as awesome skate, art, music and holiday activities for our young people.

The City’s amazing annual events will again give residents a chance to come together. The popular Fusion Food and Culture Festival, Illuminate, Run-A-Muck and the outdoor cinema series will all be returning for another exciting events season.

Be sure to check the City’s website and social media pages for details or sign up to receive the City Update eNewsletter, which provides monthly news and events.

Along with my fellow Councillors and City staff, I am looking forward to delivering all of these exciting projects and working closely with our community for another busy year in 2019/20.

Glenn Dewhurst Mayor

Budget and Rates Newsletter 2019/20

Major infrastructureprojects plannedfor 2019/20

Parks and Environment• Robinson Park Redevelopment –

$6.8m residential subdivision and park enhancement. The upgrade of this large reserve will include a new 42-lot residential subdivision, nature play area, barbecues, street parking and a dog exercise area. This project will provide the community with better facilities and greater passive security, as new homes overlook the park.

• $696,000 for the redevelopment of Chelsfield Street Reserve, Gosnells.

• $628,000 for the redevelopment of Glyndebourne Avenue and Kelton Way Reserves, Thornlie.

• $150,000 for streetscape tree planting and irrigation along Spencer Road, Langford.

• $150,000 for City-wide upgrades to irrigation systems.

• $125,000 to continue streetscape enhancements along Garden Street, Thornlie, including tree planting and irrigation works.

More projects on page 2

The 2019/20 Budget has been developed with a focus on providing essential community services and facilities in a challenging economic environment. To achieve this, the City of Gosnells has again kept its rate increase below 2 per cent.

Gosnells Town CentreSince the Lissiman Street Improvement Plan was initiated five years ago, the City has worked with landowners to help realise its vision for a bright and vibrant Gosnells Town Centre.The plan has focused on developing key parcels of land to strengthen the town centre’s connection with the train station, to capitalise on development opportunities, transform streetscapes and enhance the quality of buildings.After years of negotiation with landowners, the City now holds five parcels of land and will progress concept plans in 2019/20 to bring this new urban landscape to life.

Town Square enhancementThe Town Square area, which was created as part of The Agonis construction in early 2000, will be redeveloped in 2019/20 to open up the area and make it more accessible from Albany Highway.Plans include removing the hedge and wall along Albany Highway, improving lighting, adding lawn to the central plaza, new landscaping and providing planter boxes around existing trees.A misting feature will create a play space for children, while additional landscaping and new public artworks will add interest.

Business servicesSupporting the local business community is a priority in 2019/20 and, if your business is among the 24,000-plus registered businesses in the City of Gosnells, be sure to sign up for our Business Update eNewsletter. You’ll receive the latest news, details about events – such as the popular Business in Gosnells (BiG) Events – and information about workshops, forums and access to support resources.There are many opportunities to connect with like-minded business people in the City and the Business Station is a great place to start.Visit the City’s website www.gosnells.wa.gov.au for more details.

Major Road Projects

• $5.6 million on major road projects including: » Widening Southern River Road

between Holmes Street and Bullfinch Street, Huntingdale.

» Replacing traffic lights with a roundabout at Fremantle Road and George Street, Gosnells.

» Completion of the rehabilitation staged works on Canning Mills Road, Martin.

• $4.6 million for road rehabilitation projects throughout the City including: » Thornlie Avenue, between Spencer

Road and Tonbridge Way, Thornlie. » Hicks Street, between Verna Street and

Ilma Street, Gosnells. » Westfield Street, between Kelvin Road

and Barford Street, Maddington. » Spencer Road (east bound), between

Nicholson Road and View Avenue, Langford.

» Kelvin Road, between Westfield Street and Maddington Road, Maddington.

• $610,000 to be spent on minor road improvement works across the City including: » Construction of two formal turnaround

facilities at the ends of Esther Place and Papercap Street, Gosnells.

» Completion of the installation of traffic calming devices along Gay Street, Southern River, and removal of the remaining speed cushions.

» School traffic safety improvements at Yule Street, Maddington and along Boardman Road, Canning Vale.

• $500,000 to be spent on significant drainage projects including: » Church Road, Maddington, drainage

upgrade with below-ground storage tanks to increase capacity.

» Manning Road, Gosnells, outfall drainage to reduce erosion.

» Yilgarn Way Reserve, Gosnells, upgrade to drainage to prevent erosion.

Major infrastructure projects planned for 2019/20 continued...

Creating the right environment for business and economic growth and delivering great customer service remain strong priorities for the City of Gosnells. The City is turning its attention to the Gosnells Town Centre and offering support to the local business community.

Rates and charges Minimum rate Rate in the dollarGeneral GRV1 $980.00 6.512¢Rural GRV $980.00 7.814¢Extractive Industries $980.00 12.373¢Town Centre $980.00 7.489¢Tenancy Agreements $980.00 7.012¢Rural UV2 $980.00 0.2539¢Rural UV Agricultural Concession $980.00 0.2031¢

Budget information 2019/20Your rates help the City to deliver the wide range of services available to you.The amount you pay is calculated by multiplying the Gross Rental Value or Unimproved Value of your property, by the rate in the dollar set by Council. Gross Rental Value is a valuation of your property, determined by the Valuer General, as an estimate of the rental income you would receive if the property was rented for one year.Unimproved Value is also determined by the Valuer General and is based on the value of undeveloped land.Rate in the dollar is set by Council to ensure sufficient income is received to enable continued service delivery to the community. Minimum rate is the default amount paid, regardless of property value.Emergency Services Levy is a State Government charge. The City is required to collect these fees and pass all of the revenue on to the State Government.Refuse and recycling charge covers the cost of rubbish and recycling collection and disposal.

Specified Area Rates for Estates Rate in the dollarBletchley Park 0.6468¢ Brookland Greens 0.4588¢ Sanctuary Waters 0.4601¢ The Avenues 0.4662¢The Boardwalk 0.3515¢The Reserve 0.2677¢

Additional chargesRefuse and recycling charge $347.00Swimming pool inspection fee $35.00

The table below shows the rate in the dollar and the minimum rate for different types of land in 2019/20.

1GRV: Gross Rental Value 2UV: Unimproved Value

These specified area rates are in addition to the General GRV rate outlined in the top table

Rates

Budget outgoings

Arts and culture

$7$5

$7

$2$4

$2

$21

$13

$3

$23

$1

Business services

Community laws, public safety and health

Community programs

City planning and environmental management

WasteCommunity

facilitiesSports, parks

and recreation facilities

Community welfare

Roads

Economic development

Areas of expenditure for every $100 Council receives:

State Government Emergency

Services Levy

$12

Waste collection $17m

Budget revenueOperating revenue sourcesRates

Federal assistance grants $4.1m

$69.2m

Grants, subsidies and contributions $13.8m

Sale of assets $8.9m

Interest and other revenue $4.8m

$8.9mStatutory and user fees and charges

2

1 Bonus prize draw for early ratepayersWin one of two Westpac Reward Saver Accounts valued at $2,000 and $1,500 or one of five $1,000 cash prizes, courtesy of the City of Gosnells. There’s no need to fill out an entry form. Just pay your rates in full by Friday 23 August 2019 and you’ll automatically go in the draw – it’s that easy! Terms and Conditions: Winners are chosen by random computer selection. Councillors and employees of the City and their immediate families, and employees of Westpac and their immediate families are ineligible to win. The decision by the City of Gosnells regarding the awarding of prizes is final and no debate will be entered into.

Pay your rates early to win one of these great prizes

Payment options and rebatesDirect debit payment arrangementsThe easiest and most budget friendly way to pay your rates is with a weekly, fortnightly or four-weekly direct debit from your nominated bank account. The regular payment amount can be structured to suit your needs. Contact the City if you would like assistance in determining your payment amount.To pay your rates the easy way, please submit an online form and view all the terms and conditions at www.gosnells.wa.gov.au.

More options

Look on your Rate Notice for more details about payment options or rebates for pensioners and seniors.

If you are having difficulty in paying your rates, please contact us to make special arrangements.

Contact the City on 9397 3000 or visit www.gosnells.wa.gov.au for more information.

RIPPER RATES REFUND

WIN YOUR SHARE OF $7,000Thanks to the retailers at Forest Lakes Shopping Centre,

we have a chance for you to WIN $1,000 paid toward your City of Gosnells 2019/20 rates bill.

If you have paid your rates in full before the draw date you could

be one of four lucky people who will WIN $1,000, PLUS $750worth of shopping vouchers to spend at Forest Lakes Shopping

Centre.

One winner will be drawn each week on a Friday. Simply placeyour entry form in the barrel located outside the Centre

Management Office at Forest Lakes Shopping Centre betweenSaturday 20 July and noon on Friday 23 August 2019 for a

chance to WIN one of the four prizes.

Ripper Rates Competition 2019/20Entry Form. Fill out this entry form and drop it in the barrel outside

the Centre Management Office at Forest Lakes Shopping Centre,Forest Lakes Drive, Thornlie. Full terms and conditions are available

from the Centre’s website at: www.forestlakessc.com.au

Name: ____________________________________________________

Contact Number: ___________________________________________

Property Address: __________________________________________

Postal Address: ____________________________________________

Email Address: _____________________________________________

Property Ref #:__________________ Rates Amount: $ ____________

Corporate sponsorship opportunitiesDo you want to promote your products or services to more than 40,000 local households?

See the corporate sponsorship information on the City’s website or contact the Funding and Sponsorship Officer on 9397 3116.

City of Gosnells PO Box 662 Gosnells WA 6990

9397 3000

council@gosnells.wa.gov.au www.gosnells.wa.gov.au