Overview

One of the goals of North Tipperary County Council is to ensure that all activities of this Council are based on sound business management practices. In all areas of service provision it is essential that the financial resources are maximised and used efficiently and that value for money is obtained so as to enable the Council to give the best possible service to our customers. This care and attention is as important in small projects such as a Group Water Scheme serving a small rural community as in the larger, more publicly visible projects such as Roads.

The management of resources is not a function of any one section of the Council. Budgets are devolved and it therefore a concern of all staff at all levels. It is the function of the Finance Department to assist and provide the necessary data so that staff can manage these resources. The Finance Section is responsible for ensuring that adequate financial accounting/management systems are in place. This involves: Providing timely and accurate financial information and advice for all users;

Maximising usage of working capital
Focusing management attention on areas of risk/opportunity
Assist and participate with the Management team in strategic decision-making
Actively pursuing cost effectiveness and value for money practices in all activities
Developing and promoting good financial practices
Monitoring and identifying all sources of income at Local, Regional, National and European Levels.
Upgrade of Financial Management systems.

Revenue Budgets

The annual Revenue Budget sets out the budgetary framework for the day to day operational activities of the Council within the financial resources available. It is normally prepared and adopted during the period November to December in respect of the following year.

To view the Budget go to the Financial Information page

Details of actual income and expenditure for previous years are set out in the audited Annual Financial Statement prepared by the Council.

To view the "Annual Financial Statement" go to the Financial Information page

Rates Income

One of the major sources of funding at local level is the commercial rate. This is payable on all commercial/industrial property based on the annual rate on valuation adopted at the Budget Meeting of the Council and the valuation of the premises as determined by the Commissioner of Valuation. The Council does not have power to set valuations - property is listed for revision to the Valuation Office and property holders are advised of the valuation placed on the property and their rights of appeal against same. The Valuation Office are currently putting structures in place to prepare for a full revaluation of all rateable property in the country, as provided for in the 2001 Act. It is expected that such a revaluation will be completed on a phased basis over the coming years.

Rates Information Sheet PDF Document (39 KB) Word Document (74 KB)

Application for refund of rates PDF Document (29 KB) Word Document (64 KB)

Supplier Policy for Payment of Invoices

The Government has decided to reduce the payment period by Local Authorities from 30 to 15 calendar days. This commitment takes effect in relation to valid invoices received on or after 01 July 2011. Any payments made after 30 days will continue to incur late payment interest (for invoice amounts over €5). In line with these commitments, this document sets out North Tipperary County Council’s policy in relation to the payment of invoices to its suppliers and potential suppliers. PDF Document (68 KB)