And through the policy team on Council. Steven Andrew Marks will serve the bond without conviction and pay a $300 penalty and $700 towards the prosecution's costs. I have a history of community involvement having previously served on local business committees, two school councils, including Croydon Hills Primary School, and Im currently on a local Bendigo Community Bank board. Following the resignation of former Councillor Nora Lamont, the Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) managed a by-election for the Wonga Ward. What will you do as a Councillor to address these issues?Given the impact of COVID-19 on the economy, joblessness and economic hardship is going to be the biggest issue for us. Our local Transition Town (TTM) has sent sent a questionnaire to each candidate across Maroondah's three council wards. I know most sports fields have water tanks but very few have solar. I have a Graduate Diploma in Arts from the University of Melbourne which is excellent training for balancing issues faced by Council. Im married to Kathy and we have two sons, Michael and David. Why or why not?I think they should because it sends a message to the community that they are taking the crisis seriously. the new council offices at Eastland, no one was consulted on this, is it really good for Maroondah? Maroondah Council candidate faces court | Local Government Inspectorate Council being the final Responsible Authority/decision maker for all residential development in Maroondah?d. If I am elected, I will fight for: Government funding for mental health, child, and hardship services, Job opportunities and training programs, Community engagement for our elderly, Introduction of sustainable environmental practices, Growth in our small business and local economy, Lower rates and council expenses, Improved roads, foot paths and infrastructure, Appropriate sanitation of public facilities and parks I am serious about change and will use my position in the council to voice all your concerns. A hard-working health care worker for the last 16 years. There are elections in England on 4 May 2023. 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? My second home for the last 4 decades either playing or volunteering has been the East Ringwood football club. As a resident of Maroondah, with a young family, I know the importance of council services. Ratepayers are doing it tough and finding it difficult to make ends meet, yet Maroondahs 9 councillors voted 6 to 3 to increase the rate by the maximum allowed by the state government. Where do you find your information on Climate Change?Ha ha, excellent question! 1. Council elections - Maroondah City Council This candidate has not yet taken the survey. I will continue my advocacy for community groups, sporting clubs and work to ensure we continue the redevelopments of our community facilities and provide access for all regardless of ability. Im active and engaged in our local area: from volunteering as a coach for womens self-defence classes, to local schooling and sporting groups. Myself, partner and our 5 kids are blessed to call Maroondah home. Hi, Im Veronica. 20880, Notice of Special Council Meeting - The Age - 24 March 2018 - Maroondah Leader - 27 March 2018, Notice of Tender - Pit & Pipe Cleaning Services - Contract No. F. We need to continue strengthening our planning provisions. Last election councillors promised to save the former South Croydon school site for public open space, yet four years on we still have no answer whether the site will be saved for open space or sold to a developer to turn into a large housing estate. 20887, Notice of Tender - Floodlighting Upgrade - Contract No. 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. We need to keep protecting and enhancing our leafy-green environment with strategic tree planting and refusals of inappropriate developments. Its an established fact, I think we should persevere despite those who deny the science and not let them stand in our way. How people want to interact with their representatives and how they want to receive information. Professionally I am a banker, my past work experience include working in Retail industry, postal services and various Customer service based roles. Please vote 1 for Nadine Beecher. Local elections in England | Electoral Commission Australia. This election was uncontested and the following candidate(s) are declared elected unopposed. Their responses are beginning to come in and we're publishing them on our website. 20951, Preparation of Council Plan 2017-2021 (2020/21 Update) and Budget 2020/21, Proposed road discontinuance - Pitt Street Ringwood, Karralyka Centre early works - contract no. Ill fight for the following issues: Development in youth, open parks and sports grounds; Upgrading the South Croydon Football Club Pavilion; Keep vacant land at the old Croydon South primary school in community hands; Reject any inappropriate developments that lead to an increase in traffic congestions; Fund the enhancement of Tarralla creek with a shared pass for bike tracks and an underground water storage system; Ensure the Dorset golf course remains an 18 hole course; Improve community services for the elderly; Oppose any further development of Eastfield Park by private developers; Responsible financial management, with no rate increases for the next financial year to help ease the burden on local families; Genuinely consult residents on planning issues. As a former President of the Ringwood Highland Games I recognise the value of community events and the many hard-working volunteers who put in so much time and effort to make these events happen. 20881, Street Tree Management Services - Contract No. We need improvements around neighbourhood hubs and to keep upgrading our playgrounds, kinders, community and sports facilities. I advocated more strongly than others to ensure Aquanation received state and federal funding and got built, resulting in the magnificent facility that provides a return to ratepayers. As your current Councillor I have voted to keep rate increases at zero and will continue to do so. Knowing the people you seek to represent matters. Maroondah City Council election results 2020 . Maroondah is on an exciting sustainability and livability journey and I want to keep bringing my energy, passion and experience of developing equitable policies and innovative thinking to the decision making table. As your councillor I will support and champion initiatives to boost economic development for our businesses and wider community. I will take tough action to stop developers from sitting on vacant shops, cut the red tape and reduce bureaucracy for small businesses and residents. We need a council that is ready to do things differently, is responsive to, and consults with the community to put the needs of ratepayers first. Why or why not?Yes if it is appropriate. Elected candidates Count summary First preference votes Please note: all first preference percentages have been rounded to two decimal points. Maroondah City Council election results 2020 | Victorian Electoral I have lived in Maroondah for all my life and grew up in South Croydon. As yet this candidate has not responded to the Transition Towns Maroondah Questionnaire. To represent your community, its important to be active in it. My family and I love walking around the golf course, unfortunately, I have heard that the council is looking to change the courses from 18-hole to a 9-hole course. Better protections for canopy trees and open space in private spaces?e. Crow Kid: Lemony S Puppet theatre performances and puppet-making workshops. All these things can be realistically achieved. 20890, Notice of Intention to Sell Land - The Age - 15 August 2018, Notice of Tender - Footpath, Kerb & Channel Works - Contract No. Question 8. The following candidate is declared elected. I play vets football for North Ringwood FC; Coached junior football for 9 years; Member of Aquanation and MVC; and sponsor numerous local sporting clubs and charities. Note: unsuccessful candidates not shortlisted or interviewed are notified in writing at each stage of the selection process. eg. In fact, Ive lived in our community for 58 years. 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. Ill work to facilitate part-time youth employment by introducing a council registry for local job hunters to match local employers. And, according to my understanding, state legislation sufficiently protects cultural, indigenous and native vegetation through heritage protections. Voting in the Wonga Ward by-election was conducted by post, with voting closing at 6pm on Friday 11 March, 2022. (3) Supporting Innovation communities and accelerator programs, that help communities identify solutions to climate change. Now, more than ever, experience counts. 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? I am proud of serving my community to make our wonderful city even better, always with your needs at the front of my mind.Please vote 1 Kylie Spears, M:0412977961kyliespears1@gmail.comhttps://www.facebook.com/crkyliespears. Im a local dad living locally with my wife, i have two adult daughters. The election results were declared by the VEC on Tuesday 22 March, 2022, with Cr Linda Hancock elected to represent the Wonga Ward. Our Global Local bulletin highlights local solutions to global challenges, with a different theme each week offering critical insights, policy suggestions and case studies. Why or why not?No. Post-COVID, our council needs to shift its focus to better support residents and small businesses. Question 2. I am retired so I can freely put my time into the responsibilities of being a Councillor. 21002, Bill payment and banking services - contract no.20996, Croydon Central redevelopment - contract no.20998, Reactive tree maintenance services - contract no.21004, Road enhancement works - contract no.21011, Minor stormwater drainage maintenance - contract no.21009, Stormwater harvesting - contract no.21007, Car park and pathway lighting upgrade - contract no.21015, Leisure centre management system - contract no.21018, Maroondah Liveability Wellbeing and Resilience Strategy, Maroondah Disability Action Plan 2022-2026, Summary of Candidate Election Campaign Donations 2022, Summary of Candidate Election Campaign Donations 2020, Blank Candidate Donation Campaign Return Form, Submit a submit a written report to the Minister for Local Government, specifying, (a) the names of the candidates in the election; and, (b) the names of the candidates who submitted a return under section 306, AND. I will advocate for a more open and transparent Council and for Council governance reform. Our environment is important. Vote 1 Peter Feeney 2 Donna MacKinnon 3 Other candidate. All of this done in an engaging, open and respectful environment. We will need to consider how we can link our local parks, gardens and reserves as available recess and lunchtime breakout areas, and how old industrial sites might be converted to school sites in the future. I am approachable, responsive and dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for Wombolano ratepayers. Whilst many services are of high standards, our Council can always do better. News from our local Transition Town regarding Maroondah Council Elections, which may interest some of our readers. Where do you find your information on Climate Change?Australian Conservation Foundation, Emergency Management Australia, Climate council, fb sites, Captain Paul WatsonWhat most innovative action would you like the council to make in response to local environmental issues?start with solar panels on council buildings, Im sure their energy provider is a coal muncher, What environmental issues in Maroondah do you regard as needing strong action now?with more building we need to make sure our parks are protected, make sure that wildlife corridors work, we need to plant now for the futureDo you think a council should declare a Climate Emergency? Im sure weve all come to know one another much better than before. Ballot packs have been posted, you simply need to vote numbering each box, and posting back. Ill fight hard to achieve the following: Rate relief for struggling families with a zero per cent rate increase in the next council budget; Expand our maternal and child health services; Efficiently managed local government Early Education Centres to meet the current booming demand in our City for places; Increase home support services for our isolated elderly; Protection of our natural habitat and public open spaces; Fight for our fair share of Federal and State Government funding for local roads and traffic management; Targeted development programmes for small and homebased businesses, to help grow jobs locally; Remove all graffiti from our City in a major clean-up drive; Beautification of our precious parklands; Improve participation rates in sports by having better facilities and higher quality ovals and grounds. Building more new footpaths and shared trails to improve accessibility. 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. OKC's Ward 5 city council election candidates discuss priorities If so, what are these improvements and how would you make them happen?Yes Stronger provisions in our planning scheme, neighbors should be alerted when there is a permit application. Local planning laws that require a detailed assessment of the cumulative impact of development on neighbourhood character and streetscapes prior to any approval?c. It provides a simple, secure and efficient means for managing tendering activities and quotations. Authorisation: W. Gately, AM, Electoral Commissioner, 530 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria. As your local representative on council, I see all your good work, and you have my full support. Morgan County, Utah, elections, 2022 - Ballotpedia what are they fitting it out with. I love living in Maroondah with my family. 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. It is a place for positive, long-term change but this requires community voices to be heard. Tell us your email address and we'll email you when this page is updated in any way. If you wish to contact me you can do so on my mobile: 0429 403 489 or by email: david_a_white@gmx.net. Following are the nine Councillors declared for each of the new nine wards. As councillor and representative of the Tarralla Ward, I will strive to make sure each and every member of our community is awarded the same opportunity. 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. Im asking for your vote so I can deliver results for our community. As a member of Bicycle Network Victoria, I would also include the creation and implementation of a neighbourhood bike plan; bicycle parking; cycling links not just through reserves and parks, but also connecting to retail and commercial areas, to schools, playgrounds and kindergartens; and more dedicated bike lanes along major thoroughfares, including trials of pop-up bike lanes. 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. We must preserve the wonderful flora and tree-canopied character of our suburbs. I will advocate for council to maintain and improve the vital local community services, including aged and disability services. Thats something we need to talk about. I will advocate to ensure there is not an over development of Eastfield Park. (1) The Climate Reality Project, Environment Victoria, Melbourne Sustainable Society Institute. Endorsed by the Ratepayers Maroondah Group. 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. In these difficult days of isolation, thats where council now has an even bigger part to play. 20972, Pavilion redevelopment - contract no. 2. 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. It also attaches some urgency to acting to mitigate climate change. 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. At the moment only 8.9% of the budget is spent on community, this needs to double or even triple over the next few years. Some of the work Im most proud of includes; the reduction of our carbon footprint due to innovative energy initiatives, the upgrades and vision for the Croydon Town Centre, the Tarralla Creek rejuvenation, our work on youth and family mental health with the Communities of Wellbeing, supporting volunteer organisations and upgrades to various sporting facilities. The declaration of the poll was conducted by the Victorian Election Commission and took place at 10am on Thursday 5 November, 2020. o Working well o Other (Please describe).. Understanding that the 2014 scheme was reviewed and reformed in 2017 and 2018 by the state government, the scheme works to a degree and gives Council and residents some latitude; however, VCAT does not always share the views of Council and ultimately it has the final judgement. 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. Overall, Utah was Solid Republican, having voted . We were drawn to living in this beautiful part of the world because of the lovely greenery, easy access to public transport and great shops, and most importantly, the wonderful community. 20974, Road and drainage upgrades - contract no. Vote 1 Todd Greaney for Tarralla Ward. I believe in fairness and equity and will always put our community first. 8. There is not much point if the wider community doesnt know about it. Amend aspects of the Municipal Planning Scheme to better support existing neighbourhood character and well-being.d. It has been my honour to represent the residents and ratepayers of Arrabri Ward as a Councillor for the past four years and to have been Deputy Mayor in 2019. In the current climate and over the next 4 years it will be hard, really hard. PO Box 156 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 will make our neighbourhood safer and cleaner. It is why I am also supporting ideas like greening greyfields, community gardens, green street projects, food organics and garden organics waste services, and gardens for wildlife, which neighbourhoods and residents can lead themselves, with the support of Council. Wonga Ward by-election Do you think a council should declare a Climate Emergency? Sport brings our community together. Marijke Graham GAICD - Barngeong Ward Councillor - Maroondah City 2023 Chicago Police District Councils Voter Guide 20875, Footpath Construction - Contract No. See Information on election advertising signs in Maroondah: Election advertising requirements(pdf,49KB). What environmental issues in Maroondah do you regard as needing strong action now?Food waste and reducing landfill are probably the easiest issues to resolve so we could start there. I volunteer locally. Council elections Maroondah City Council consists of 9 councillors elected by the Maroondah community every 4 years. https://www.facebook.com/MarijkeGrahamMaroondah, https://www.facebook.com/brightsidejubilee, https://www.facebook.com/MikeSymon4Maroondah, Suzanne Stojanovic forMaroondah McAlpin Ward, https://www.facebook.com/Elect.Christy.Youssef, https://www.facebook.com/Les-Willmott-OAM-JP-Candidate-for-Wicklow-ward-Maroondah-City-Council-103380771530808, https://www. In addition to what we are already doingId love for our whole municipality to become a carbon sink and be emissions negative play our role in draw-down, FOGO and extensive food-waste reduction education campaigns, be able to fine developers a very substantial amount of money for illegal removal of trees, complete the Tarralla Creek re-naturalisation project and expand this to our other urban waterways. Maroondah region The Federal election was held on Saturday 21 May, 2022. Results for this election have now been finalised. Many households and businesses will find this difficult to pay, council needs to reassess the rate burden on the community, and look at ways to reduce the burden for the immediate future. 20878, Adoption of Council Plan 2017-2021 (2018/19 Update) and Budget 2018/2019, Ringwood East Shopping Centre Proposed Declaration of Special Rate Scheme, Draft Maroondah Affordable and Social Housing Policy & Draft Maroondah Gambling Policy, Maroondah City Council Extraordinary Vacancy - Maroondah Leader - 3 July 2018, Notice of Tender - Pool Boiler Replacement - Contract No. Im married to a policewoman, together, we understand community safety. facebook.com/Elect-Jo-anne-Taylor-Wicklow-ward-MaroondahCouncil-2020-114308203750519 thank you. I want to ensure local traders are given support, so our community shopping strips not only survive but flourish. BH: (03) 9725 2503AH: (03) 9725 2503Mob: 0419 525 538pmac54841@gmail.comfacebook: https://www.facebook.com/pmac54841. I know many in my community are doing it really tough. The rate and size of development in Croydon is increasing. Make sure you number all of the boxes to ensure you vote will count. This is why I supported Maroondahs Climate Change Risk and Adaptation Strategy, Vegetation Strategy 2020- 2030, and Children and Families Strategy during my time on Council. Opening up new housing opportunities for people to move into our wonderful municipality must be done in a responsible way. We need councillors who listen to all the community, not just the groups with the loudest voices. I am a strong advocate for our tree canopy and open spaces, and I will fight to maintain our leafy green neighbourhoods and continue to fight against inappropriate development. Encourage and support resident groups to achieve landscape outcomes that fulfill neighbourhood objectives.e. I went to school locally. I will keep Ringwood and Dorset Golf as 18-hole courses, upgrading facilities at both, and increase Councils budget for new footpaths, after more than tripling it over the last 4 years. Even if replanting occurs, biodiversithy is lost. 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. 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. by admin | Oct 8, 2020 | Uncategorized | 0 comments. Please Vote 1 Neil Rose. Protecting our leafy green environment and stopping inappropriate development. Weve all had to dig in deep and make many sacrifices. I will ensure your voice is heard and I will work with all levels of government as your representative for Tarralla Ward. If elected, I seek to be an effective, active and accessible Councillor. You will be able to unsubscribe at any time. Secondary legislation has also been . Mob: 0433 075 561stevekentformaroondah@gmail.comfacebook https://www.facebook.com/SteveKentforMaroondahCouncil, Where do you find your information on Climate Change?Climate Council, CSIRO. Maroondah City Council - Open Opportunities - eProcure This candidate has partially pledged to supporting the priorities of LGBTIQA+ people. As a long-time resident in Ringwood East whose children have and are attending local public schools, I have loved volunteering in the classroom, being a member of the Kalinda Parents and Friends Association and being an enthusiastic Maroondah Magic mum. We can start with a local community newsletter that can be mailed out to those without access to or knowledge of technology, but also an opt in of the newsletter to email. During this Covid Pandemic I support a freeze on rates and fee increases as well as continued support to the many people that have been financially impacted. We love hearing what our subscribers are up to, and the successes and challenges they've experienced in policy or projects. Vote 1 Peter Salloum and vote 2 Les Willmott, then other candidates in your order of choice. Do you believe improvements in heritage protections are required in Maroondah? For a fresh face on council who will represent this community with rigour and will not be afraid to support what matters most, I seek your vote. 20917, Floodlighting upgrade - Contract no. 20988, Kinder redevelopment - contract no. Any major decisions should be communicated about before the decision is made. Upgrading community and sporting facilities for more inclusive activities. I will fight to protect our public open space and ensure that the South Croydon Primary School site and Dorset Golf Course remain in community hands and are not sold to developers. Vote 1 Les Willmott OAM. Labor doubles Coalition funding promise for Maroondah Hospital, to be Vote 1 for Veronica Stevens for McAlpin Ward. 2023 | New York City Campaign Finance Board - nyccfb.info 20940, Notice of intention to sell land - abutting Joffre Street and Kitchener Road, Proposed road discontinuance - abutting 435-445 Mount Dandenong Road, Notice of the preparation of Amendment C130maro, Design services - Ringwood multi-level carpark - contract no. LGiU As a 39 year-long resident of Wonga ward, a parent and a teacher, I understand this community inside and out. It is also having a disproportionately greater effect on those experiencing disadvantage and migrant communities. Why or why not?Yes. This is why I am proposing a comprehensive jobs and economic recovery strategy in Maroondah to build opportunities from education to employment, especially for younger people and those out of work. 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 will use my experience to continue to work on behalf of businesses in Maroondah to ensure their growth, cut red tape that hinders them, and focus on our ability to attract and retain new business. I am a passionate community volunteer and sports enthusiast. Our selection process is designed to find the best person for the role. Vote 1 Nora Lamont delivering for the community since 2008. I have no interest in being a Council bureaucrat, rather a Community agent who will provide end to end municipal service to you. I will ensure the jumps at Yarrunga remain, are enhanced, and safe but away from residents. Enlighten set to delight viewers in Ringwood Town Square, Notice of Intention to Sell Land - The Age & Maroondah Leader - 6 February 2018, Notice of Intention to Sell Land - The Age - 9 February 2018, Security & CCTV Services - Contract No.
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