THE Town of Bassendean has posted a 4.9 percent rate increase in its 2026–27 budget with more than $35m provided for essential services as well as roads, parks, sporting facilities, community spaces, safety initiatives and natural area restoration.

Key projects include the Jubilee Reserve redevelopment, progression of the Ashfield flats master plan, a new jetty at Point Reserve and road safety improvements through black spot projects, as well as the low cost urban road safety program.

The Shire of Chittering adopted its 2026-27 budget last month with annual rates notices issued last week.

As per its annual budget document, the shire stated it would not raise specified area rates for the year ending June 30, 2027.

The rates would be used to fund local infrastructure, waste services and community maintenance as well as local road networks, drainage, public buildings and parks.

Other services include managing waste facilities (with gate and tipping fees adjusted for 2026),

Funding has also been allocated for emergency management, environment and public health and recreation.

A Shire of York spokesperson said rates have not yet been released and the budget  is still to go to council for adoption.