A firm answer from Christchurch's mayor on whether the Cathedral restoration levy should go into reducing a rates increase. 

Households have paid $6.52 each year since 2018. 

Halswell councillor Andrei Moore wants it used to help a reduce a 8.4% rates increase, while the rebuild is indefinitely paused. 

Mayor Phil Mauger told John MacDonald he believes the money should stay where it is. 

He says interest will accrue and be ready for when the Cathedral restoration continues. 

People can submit feedback on the draft annual plan in February. 

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