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:
Still time for seasonal flu jabs, says Manx Care
Manx Care says there's still time to get your winter flu vaccines.
Firefighters tackle three incidents in one afternoon
Fire crews dealt with three incidents across the Island yesterday afternoon, including a fire in a mobile school classroom.
List of buses running during today's strike action
Bus Vannin is once again operating a contingency timetable as the latest strike action continues until Tuesday.
Hospital bed occupancy falls
Average bed occupancy at Noble's Hospital has fallen since 2023.
More driver services to go online
More driver and vehicle services will be available on the government's website from the end of this month.
How many people come here without visas?
An MHK wants to know how many people have arrived on the Island without a valid work visa.
Temporary traffic lights on TT course
The Department of Infrastructure says there'll be temporary traffic lights on the TT course next week.
Weather warning for icy patches
Ronaldsway Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for icy patches this evening.
