The comments from Cr Vicki Coltman in The Courier (Council objects to rate cap, October 20) criticising Labor's policy to refer future council rate rises to the Essential Services Commission, raises once again the conflict of interest within the City of Ballarat.
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Cr Coltman is running a Liberal Party scare campaign to support her husband, who is a state election candidate.
People hate party politics in local government as much they hate money-grabbing councils gouging excessive rate revenue from their residents.
This partisan council has proven to be a shambles due to the Labor Party's shenanigans.
In contrast, Daniel Andrews and Labor should be applauded for establishing an independent umpire, who will make council justify future rate rises and ensure they are accountable for actually delivering serves that benefit our community.
I've got a suggestion Cr Coltman keep out of state politics and keep your hand out of my pocket!