Public feedback for the Emergency Budget 2020/2021 closes this Friday, 19th June 2020.

The Emergency Budget responds to the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on Auckland Council’s finances, with the Council forecasting a loss of half a billion dollars, as a result. 

Over half of the money Auckland City council collects to pay for the services Auckland needs come from sources other than rates, including public transport fares, water charges and it's dividends from the airport. Most of these sources are facing significant reductions this year. At the same time Auckland Council rates revenue could fall next year as they provide additional relief to ratepayers facing significant financial hardship.

We’re joined on Pacific Breakfast now by Auckland Councillor Fa’anana Efeso Collins for more.