Andreas Commissioners says the decision to increase rates by 30 percent wasn't done lightly.
The local authority announced one of the largest rate hikes this year, to 188 pence in the pound.
Chair Jackie Faragher says facilities provided by the board, including street lighting and public toilets, have to be paid for.
She told Local Democracy Reporter Emma Draper a war memorial refurbishment scheme, the Northern Civic Amenity Site and a higher swimming pool contribution also led to the increase:
Tynwald to hear concerns over historic police station sale plan
An MHK has a string of questions for ministers over the sale of a landmark building in the south of the Island.
Island to host top level chess tournament again
Hundreds of chess players will be coming to the Isle of Man for a tournament next year hoping to win a share of its £660,000 prize pot.
TT food festival applies for planning permission
A food and drink festival showcasing local produce during TT could return this year - if planners give the go-ahead.
Missing mail on MHK's mind
How much mail gets lost making its way through the Post Office's systems?
Mountain Road fully reopens after TT work
The Department of Infrastructure has reopened the Mountain Road, exactly when it said it would.
MHK to address Tynwald after UK blocks assisted dying law
The man behind the Island's assisted dying laws will address Tynwald next week.
Hotel asks for permission for projected sign
A hotel in Douglas has been told it will need planning permission to have signs projected onto its wall.
Petition calls for end to music education cuts
A petition's been started calling for increased funding for the Island's Music Service.
