Rates notices in letterboxes this week Wednesday 28 July 2004 For Immediate Release The rates notices for Hamilton property owners being posted out this week will reflect the changes in property values for the city that were notified late last year. The three yearly general revaluation of Hamilton city that was completed in October showed some significant increases in property values. The... more...

Nominations open for local body elections23 July 2004 For Immediate ReleaseNominations opened at eight o?clock this morning for candidates standing in October?s local body elections.The three yearly elections are held to decide representatives for local authorities and district health boards.Hamilton City Council is holding an election for mayor and thirteen councillors. All eligible voters ac... more...

Draft feasibility on river taxis being considered21 July 2004For Immediate ReleaseA combined working group from Hamilton City Council and Environment Waikato is currently considering a draft study that looks at the feasibility of operating water taxis on the Waikato River.Spokesman for the working group, Councillor John Gower, says while the draft study provides some valuable information it is... more...

Council Captains Community Safety Strategy For Immediate Release 8 July 2004 Hamilton City Council has welcomed the Safer Communities Action Plan to Reduce Community Violence and Sexual Violence, recently released by the Ministry of Justice, as a national scheme that adds impetus and affirmation to local community safety initiatives.Council is currently working with Police, licensed premise... more...