I am actively involved in the community working in organisations that include Communities of Wellbeing, Yarrunga Community Centre and National Seniors Australia. Dear Resident, As you cast your vote, I am your most experienced candidate, experience counts, OAM (Order of Australia Medal), Justice of the Peace, Paul Harris fellow. Our selection process is designed to find the best person for the role. Do you think a council should declare a Climate Emergency? Theyre often polluted with rubbish. do they have targets?, what are they? As a candidate for the Arrabri ward in the upcoming Maroondah Council elections, I guarantee to do something exceptionally well. Hi Tarralla Ward residents: My Name is Jay Bhat, and I am running to be your local council representative for the city of Maroondah. LGiU Results for this election have now been finalised. Ringwood VIC 3134 I am retired so I can freely put my time into the responsibilities of being a Councillor. The results of that sees the soon to be constructed multi-deck commuter car park at Croydon Station, the redevelopment of Dorset Road between Maroondah Highway & Hull Road and a significant number of sporting & community facility upgrades. How people want to interact with their representatives and how they want to receive information. My focus will be: To liaise with other councillors and council and see how we can support local small business back on track and create more jobs, Better elder and disability services. Make a summary of each return available on Council's website until the entitlement date for the next general election in 2024. I am a former geography teacher so I am very aware of where I and how I should be educating myself on this critical issue. I live near Federation Estate with my two daughters. As a resident for 30+ years, Im standing for re-election because I am a passionate and independent voice determined to make our local community a better place to live, work and play for all. where does our green waste & recycling really end up? Experienced Secondary School teacher currently working at Swinburne University of Technology Department of Education as the Schools Partnerships Development Officer . With the ongoing challenge of Council planning decisions being contested and declining outcomes for revegetation and canopy in the private realm, do you have any other suggestions for improving outcomes.Improving our planning control. I will listen to residents without prejudice and help solve community issues, so we can have a better place for our families to live and work. Four Oklahoma City council seats are on the ballot this February in an election where representatives will be chosen for about half of the city's residents. Do you see a role for Maroondah Council to liaise with Yarra Ranges Council to achieve better overall landscaping outcomes?Yes, this can be a dialogue conducted through direct, interpersonal channels as well as through more formal channels like the Eastern Region Group of Councils. Now, more than ever, experience counts. It would be my honour to serve as your councillor on the Maroondah City Council. Crow Kid: Lemony S Puppet theatre performances and puppet-making workshops. BH: (03) 9725 2503AH: (03) 9725 2503Mob: 0419 525 538pmac54841@gmail.comfacebook: https://www.facebook.com/pmac54841. Maroondah City Council is divided into 9 single-councillor wards. If elected, Ill get straight to work. As your community representative I have been focused on delivering for the community for 12 years and will continue to not only be a community representative for the Wonga Ward but throughout the Maroondah municipality. I wish to redraft the Croydon Civic Centre Masterplan to ensure that U3A Croydon and the Croydon RSL and Croydon Bowls Club and other community organisations get decent accommodation. You deserve better, McAlpin Ward and Greater Maroondah deserve better! Fields marked as 'Required' must be completed. Promote and uphold the Neighbourhood Character Review report (2019)b. Why or why not?I would need more information from council as to where it currently sits. Ensure Council staff are reviewing planning applications consistent with the Ruskin Park planning objectives.c. maloneydavid33@gmail.com. I come from among us, as a Croydon small business owner and resident, parent of school and kinder aged children, active member of local soccer, baseball and tennis clubs, and Scouts group. That said, I definitely believe that very substantial change can be achieved without a declaration. Im standing for Maroondah Council because Im passionate about caring for others and my community. Your location: England. I will ensure there will be delivery of high quality and accessible services for our residents and have a vision to develop our council into a prosperous, safe, healthy and active one. Type a minimum of three characters then press UP or DOWN on the keyboard to navigate the autocompleted search results. Jobs give people purpose, especially our youth. Already, weve achieved so much together. . I have lived and worked in Maroondah for 45 years. Its an important way to bring families and communities together. Ill work to facilitate part-time youth employment by introducing a council registry for local job hunters to match local employers. When I left Council in 2005, there was $12M in the bank that was used to build the Croydon Pool. Council being the final Responsible Authority/decision maker for all residential development in Maroondah?d. Congratulations Tony. If elected, I seek to be an effective, active and accessible Councillor. My second home for the last 4 decades either playing or volunteering has been the East Ringwood football club. Over the years I have served on numerous government committees and on the committees of the Ringwood and Croydon Chambers of Commerce, Maroondah HomeBiz, National Council of National Seniors Australia, the board of Life Activities Clubs Victoria and the Maroondah Photographic Society. My local knowledge, strong collaborative and advocacy skills, together with my real passion to energetically represent the community of McAlpin Ward, make me the best candidate to fill the position of councillor. The deadline to register to vote in these elections is 11:59pm on Monday 17 April. I will ensure that Council uses our rates for good by continuing to deliver Covid-19 recovery and relief programs for rate-payers, community groups and businesses. 20975, Pavilion redevelopment - contract no. Vote 1 for Andrew Schafer for Yarrunga Ward. To get in touch, call 0438633193 or email Vote1 VeronicaStevens@gmail.com. in more languages and also in plain English. The hard work must continue and your vote will enable me to keep delivering the improvements our community deserves. BH: (03) 9723 4545AH: (03) 9723 4545Mob: 0417 391 743les.willmott@gmail.comFacebook https://www.facebook.com/Les-Willmott-OAM-JP-Candidate-for-Wicklow-ward-Maroondah-City-Council-103380771530808. Former appointments, chair Melbourne Metropolitan waste board, Director Eastern Regional Tafe Board, Director Incolink, Director Co-invest, Director Australian Bone marrow institute. I have a record of refusing inappropriate development and I will ensure that Yarrunga remains, predominantly, a single house on a single block, green, leafy community that it is today. I am well versed in the operation of council and have studied and attended many training sessions and council meetings in preparation for the position of councillor. Please enable JavaScript in order to get the best experience when using this site. Your ongoing support will enable me to keep making the improvements our community deserves. Its an established fact, I think we should persevere despite those who deny the science and not let them stand in our way. More than ever we need representation on council that will listen to the community and ensure that the council during this difficult period, provides the essential services and support that we all expect. The environment and climate change are also significant issues, particularly in the eyes of younger people. Our Global Local bulletin highlights local solutions to global challenges, with a different theme each week offering critical insights, policy suggestions and case studies. 20970, Pool and plant maintenance - contract no. I will keep advocating for upgrades to intersections such as Yarra Rd & Maroondah Highway and for public transport improvements (especially buses). This year I fought for a zero rate increase and voted against a rate increase! As your Councillor I will fight for; a compassionate Council that cares for the community, more opportunities for local employment and local business, infrastructure that enables and connects people, protection of a leafy green Maroondah, and a transparent Council that keeps the community informed. View the Maroondah City Council 2020 results. Maroondah has recently adopted its Climate Change Risk and Adaptation Strategy and Vegetation Strategy 2020-2030, among other related strategies, which I have supported and will work to ensure they are properly implemented. 20945, Gym equipment - strength - Contract no. My qualifications focused on Urban Geography, my thesis on transport at the local government level. Protecting our leafy green environment and stopping inappropriate development. $2.3m increased investment on footpaths across the municipality, reviewed, updated and introduced the Disability Policy and Action Plan for 2019-2021, $2.7m Coopersmith Pavilion at East Ringwood Reserve including the Chin Community Hub, new Maroondah Golf Strategy, Dog Park at Eastfield reserve, Annual Maroondah Kindergarten Expo and much more. Councillors and wards - Maroondah City Council I would like to see more available independent living for our capable elderly. Peter Feeney - Community Activist Your Javascript is disabled. Those advocacy skills ensured that at the last federal election, as Mayor, I was able to secure over $140m in funding for Maroondah. Gday im David Maloney. Contact me at donna4wonga@gmail.com ph: 0424 372 752 Vote 1 Donna MacKinnon, Vote 2 Peter Feeney, then all other candidates in the order of your choice.https://www.facebook.com/Donna4Wonga, You can listen to Donna MacKinnon on our podcast. As the former MP for Deakin from 2007-2013 I worked closely with Maroondah to fund Community projects like Aquanation, the Soccer and Boxing pavilion at Jubilee park and the AG Lavis Baseball pavilion in Heathmont. How would the developer access to work on the subdivision and when the subdivision is finished will all the local roads be opened as through roads for the new estate? Whilst many services are of high standards, our Council can always do better. As yet this candidate has not responded to the Transition Towns Maroondah Questionnaire. Tell us your email address and we'll email you when this page is updated in any way. citizenship and awards, Engineering Development Design Guidelines. 20974, Road and drainage upgrades - contract no. Consulting the community before making decisions is what you can expect if Im elected. January 16, 2024. Cutting red tape, fast-tracking small business applications, and fixing day today issues that matter. I am a passionate community volunteer and sports enthusiast. We need improvements around neighbourhood hubs and to keep upgrading our playgrounds, kinders, community and sports facilities. I want to hear your voices and what matters to you, please contact me on E: SaarahForMaroondah@gmail.com, M: 0452 603 135 or FB: @SaarahforMaroondah, Where do you find your information on Climate Change? I went to high school at Heathmont College, my kids go to a school within the Maroondah area. The residential zones are working well in some areas, we should be strengthening our own planning control through planning scheme amendments. Improved protections for residents against inappropriate developmentb. 1.Maintaining and enhancing our parks and gardens.2.Improving our sporting facilities.3.More bicycle paths and walking tracks.4.An improved waste management system, to stop reliance on land fill, and improved recycling. Ive lived in Maroondah my entire life. Why or why not? If you vote for me, you will get someone who listens and puts the welfare of people above all else. 20967, Design and construct multi-deck carpark - EOI - contract no. Whether you live in East, South or North Ringwood i want to be a strong voice for you on Maroondah council. While The Council of Capital City of Lord Mayors, major Global corporations and community groups have now signed on to the Climate Emergency pledge, a lot of work needs to be done at a local council level on the protection of our environment. But I need your support. 20964, Carpark lighting installation - contract no. Maroondah City Council currently has 9 wards: Barngeong, Bungalook, Jubilee, McAlpin, Tarralla, Wicklow, Wonga, Wombalano and Yarrunga. I will consult with community on all big decisions and will always address your concerns. Ive lived in our local Maroondah community all my life. Introduce a new notification system to alert neighbours when a permit is being applied for to remove a canopy tree.Other (Please describe). Theyre a message of hope. Elections - City of Cambridge Remember to read the voting instructions to make sure you vote correctly. Maroondah City Council is committed to protecting your privacy as prescribed by the Privacy & Data Protection Act 2014 and the Health Records Act 2001. Maroondah council candidate fined | Local Government Inspectorate The Hon Michael Sukkar MP Member for Deakin Shadow Minister for Homelessness Shadow Minister for Housing Shadow Minister for Social Services Liberal Party 5/602 Whitehorse Road As your local representative on council, I see all your good work, and you have my full support. But one thing that hasnt changed is our strong community spirit. As your current Councillor I have voted to keep rate increases at zero and will continue to do so. Mob: 0419 513 370noralamont67@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/councillor.nora.lamont. eg. Why or why not? Pot holes and rough roads affecting our cars! Find out more about the candidates and Im asking you to please Vote 1 for Melinda Canavan for McAlpin Ward. I want to ensure local traders are given support, so our community shopping strips not only survive but flourish. Question 6. December 4, 2023. 20897, Notice of the Preparation of an Amendment - Amendment C116, Notice of Tender - Flood Mitigation Works - Contract No. Thank you to all the local community groups and volunteers supporting those residents in need, providing essential services and care, you are the backbone of our community. CPI is at zero or minus, council has sacked approximately 480 workers, many council services have been cancelled or are inaccessible yet our rates went up by the maximum amount, another 2%, mine have gone up by 30% in 5 years with no improvements. Myself, partner and our 5 kids are blessed to call Maroondah home. Short answer; scientists and other QUALIFIED experts in the field. Our green canopy coverage is now less than 30 percent. 20881, Street Tree Management Services - Contract No. finish build & fitout? The Maroondah community welcomed my family with support and opportunities to prosper. Vote 1 for me, your independent candidate Mob: 0491 643 139Email: marijkegrahammaroondah@gmail.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarijkeGrahamMaroondahWeb: www.marijkegraham.com, Transition Towns Maroondah: Questionnaire Responses. As a small business owner, I understand the significant impact Covid has had on local businesses. Candidates: Ry Armstrong Andrew Ashiofu Joy Hollingsworth Alex Hudson Asukaa Jaxx District 4 Neighborhood: Northeast Seattle, including the University District and Wallingford State of play: Incumbent Alex Pedersen says he isn't running for re-election. What do you believe are the top 4 infrastructure needs of Maroondah residents? How do you think the outcomes can be improved within your capacity as a Councillor?a. Vote 1 Peter Salloum and vote 2 Les Willmott, then other candidates in your order of choice. Maintaining core service levels while fighting to eliminate waste in Councils budget and operations. 20988, Kinder redevelopment - contract no. Many residents in the Ruskin Park Neighbourhood believe the current rate and nature of residential development in this area, has been detrimental to the character of the neighbourhood in respect to the canopy and the objectives of the SLO4 overlay. Your email address will not be published. 20920, Notice of Intention to Sell Land - 45, 47 and 49 Eastfield Road, Ringwood East, Golf cart path construction - Contract no.20921, Project management services - Car park redevelopment EOI - Contract no. Almost 30 years as your councillor, 8 mayoral terms, last mayor Croydon, first mayor Maroondah. Required fields are marked *. Maroondah City Council Map - Detailed Arrabri Ward (3 vacancies) Results for this election have now been finalised. These and other opportunities for community consultation need to be well publicised so that as many people as possible are aware of their opportunity to be involved. I understand business, technology and community. I am a civil engineer living in Croydon. Maroondah City Council election results 2020 | Victorian Electoral Hello there. About me: I am a management graduate working in the financial sector I have been living in Maroondah for the last 9 years with my wife and a 7-year-old son. Im a family man, with family values and former Police Sergeant having been stationed locally, before establishing my consultancy and training business. There is not much point if the wider community doesnt know about it. No matter how big of small an issue is, the best decisions are made with real feedback from real people. Would you support an enforceable Maroondah Residents Charter (or Bill of Rights), which includes the following items (Y/N is fine):a. I will continue advocating for the Croydon level crossing removal. o Working well o Other (Please describe).. I went to Heathmont Secondary College. Im a local dad living locally with my wife, i have two adult daughters. We need councillors who listen to all the community, not just the groups with the loudest voices. 20898, Notice of Tender - Flood Mitigation Works - Contract No. And better representation at VCAT hearings. Contact me at therealvoiceofmaroondah@gmail.comMob: 0468 959 131facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TasaDamante. I am approachable, responsive and dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for Wombolano ratepayers. 20962, Floodlighting upgrade - contract no. Council can take a lead role in creating an environment that promotes happy healthy living for our elderly. In the current climate and over the next 4 years it will be hard, really hard. Maroondah is also represented on the Eastern Alliance for Greenhouse Action, which provides regular reports to Council. Question 3. As your councillor I will support and champion initiatives to boost economic development for our businesses and wider community. Ensure Council staff are reviewing planning applications consistent with the Ruskin Park planning objectives.c. I initiated the 9-instalment option for the paying of rates and I will continue to ensure that with the current Covid-19 issues, residents are given every assistance for the paying of rates, without financial penalty. In my relatively short time coming from Vermont South Ive seen a lot of Ringwood, and a lot that can be improved! If you live in Bungalook ward you do not need to vote. A fresh voice for Maroondah. What most innovative action would you like the council to make in response to local environmental issues?A comprehensive risk assessment of the potential impacts on the Maroondah councils operations, environment, community and economy arising from impending further changes to the climate, enabling council to identify and prioritise, find practical solutions and act upon it. Labor would begin construction on the new Maroondah Hospital in 2025, which would open in stages from 2029 at a cost of between $850 million and $1.05 billion. Ringwood VIC 3134, 179 Maroondah Highway A new ward; we need new energy, new ideas and a new level of commitment, care and compassion for our community and environment. I am running because I have a vision to represent and be an advocate for our diverse and growing community during these unprecedented times. Their responses are beginning to come in and we're publishing them on our website. I now live in Heathmont with my 3 amazing children. Council is a multimilliondollar business do no waste your vote on an amateur. What most innovative action would you like the council to make in response to local environmental issues?Better recycling, including reuse of hard rubbish and reducing corporate food waste. I love this community and I want to see it thrive. Shortlisting takes place after the closing date for applications. I could go on. I support the need for council to provide more in relation to rate and fee concessions, waivers and relief to the many businesses that have been affected. I am seeking your support for re-election to continue the COVID 19: Relief and Recovery Project, a program designed to assist businesses and the community who are suffering financial and emotional hardship. Amend aspects of the Municipal Planning Scheme to better support existing neighbourhood character and well-being.d. I believe The people of Maroondah genuinely care for each other. 20888, Notice of the Preparation of an Amendment - Amendment C104 - Maroondah Leader - 29 May 2018, Notice of Tender - Building Upgrade Works - Contract No. I will ensure your voice is heard and I will work with all levels of government as your representative for Tarralla Ward. Lets start fresh and get back to basics! 2023 | New York City Campaign Finance Board - nyccfb.info Please contact eProcure on 1800 . I will act to maintain our distinctive neighborhoods. Maps of the new ward boundaries are available below. It is because of this support, I am able to study a Bachelor of Law, service victims of medical-negligence, offer pro-bono services back into our community and participate in individual and team sports. The announcement comes just one day after a similar funding announcement by the Coalition The government announced it will spend between $850 million and $1.05 billion on redeveloping and expanding the Maroondah Hospital in Ringwood should it be returned to government in November's state election. Im wonder what the water quality is like and if its toxic.Cooling our suburbs down by greening up everything we can.Do you think a council should declare a Climate Emergency? Mullum Ward (3 vacancies) I will keep empowering locals by listening and encouraging participation in planning, project and policy community consultations. My family has a police background with my father a member of the Victorian Police Force for 28 years. I will keep in place Maroondahs individually tailored Covid 19 hardship policy for rates, for as long as its needed. I will continue to be a voice for fiscal restraint. An eighth candidate is running a . Steven Andrew Marks will serve the bond without conviction and pay a $300 penalty and $700 towards the prosecution's costs. I will see that the Cheong Park Pavilion and Tarralla Creek upgrades are completed. Many residents in the Ruskin Park Neighbourhood believe the current rate and nature of residential development in this area, has been detrimental to the character of the neighbourhood in respect to the canopy and the objectives of the SLO4 overlay. I know where and how to get results for you. It sends a signal to state and federal governments. Our buildings are taller and freeways wider. We need responsible development of community infrastructure and to ensure that new developments are appropriate to the area, of a high quality and meet high sustainability benchmarks. This quote best sums up my values: How far you go in life depends on your being tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving and tolerant of the weak and strong. If so, what are these improvements and how would you make them happen?A heritage review study has recently been undertaken, and I know that there are controls and protections in place. My first priority is to freeze 2021 rate increases and offer 12-month deferral of rate payments for proven hardship. We here at Connecting Maroondah, in collaboration with Transition Towns Maroondah (TTM) have noted an increase of interest in local council matters and the upcoming elections. I want to work to keep it that way. Question 7. If youre interested in finding more about what your candidates hope to achieve, if elected, check out our latest podcast episodes and join the Connecting Maroondah Facebook group to stay up to date with all things Maroondah. My campaign slogan is Back to Basics and I precisely mean that, now is not the time for flashy projects, but to keep rates low and repair the damage from Covid-19! I have been a resident in Maroondah for over 35 years and live in Heathmont with my wife Cheryl and our two daughters. There are too many developments occurring that clear the block, wiping outeverything that existed before. Your information will not be disclosed to any external party without your consent, unless Council is required or authorised to do so by law. However, the golf course makes a profit now, so why change it now, or is the council looking to sell the surplus land to a developer for a housing estate? Council being the final Responsible Authority/decision maker for all residential development in Maroondah?d. I have a wide range of professional exposure and have advocated for; human rights issues, education reforms, health and wellbeing initiatives, supporting sporting clubs and organisations. At the close of nominations for this election, the number of candidates was equal to the number of vacancies. If elected, I will listen, be accountable and work hard towards achieving the best results for our community. Thats something we need to talk about. F. We need to continue strengthening our planning provisions. As a parent myself, I am seeing that many young families are needing additional support right now, and as we emerge from COVID, there is going to be a real need to support the mental and physical health and wellbeing of our children and young people, who have been disconnected from education, play and recreation with friends and family. So, weve collated their campaign statements and responses from a TTM survey. Following are the nine Councillors declared for each of the new nine wards. Many people, ignorantly, dont understand that with a declaration comes a very substantial action plan and a commitment to understanding that the climate emergency means that business as usual is not going to work if we only have 8-10 years left. How does Council pay for community services? Maintain our green and leafy environment, What environmental issues in Maroondah do you regard as needing strong action now?Stop the loss of mature trees. How do you believe these zones are working in Maroondah? Council rates need to be kept as low as possible while keeping our budget sound, and I support the State Government Rate Cap. If you give me the privilege of representing you on Council, rest assured that I will listen to you and work for you. I find my information from environmental friendly resources, What most innovative action would you like the council to make in response to local environmental issues? A hard-working health care worker for the last 16 years. Im Sebastian Moon, a 37 yr old single resident of Ringwood since 2016. Therefore, council is looking to develop Eastfield park into a professional sporting area rather than a park for the people to enjoy. I cherish the fact that local sports and recreation, which has played such a big role in my life, is now being taken up by my kids. I will advocate for more local, state and federal government funding to support youth focused counselling and welfare programs, family support programs and initiatives, and resilience and mindfulness programs for those who need it.
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