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Non-Transparent Municipal Billing, VAT, and Fixed Service Fees

Ensure clarity and fairness in municipal billing

Summary of the Issue

Waste collection and recycling systems are under strain, with growing landfill pressure and inconsistent recycling performance.

History

Waste volumes increase alongside population growth, while landfill capacity and recycling participation lag behind demand.

Causes

Limited recycling separation; landfill capacity constraints; operational inefficiencies; insufficient public participation.

Stakeholders

Ratepayers, property managers, accountants, municipal finance staff

Internal billing audits; complaints logged with municipality; comparative review of similar municipalities

The Ratepayer

Confusion and potential errors in billing; increased likelihood of disputes

The Muncipality

Administrative load for bill clarification; reputational risk

Mossel Bay In General

Reduced public trust in governance; potential slowdown in payment compliance

Simplify billing structures, improve itemisation, communicate VAT clearly, provide ratepayer guides

Reviewing municipal billing practices, publishing explanatory content, offering workshops for residents

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