citizenship and awards, Engineering Development Design Guidelines. We have many big challenges facing us in Maroondah, so, in order to continue enjoying and improving the great amenities this community has to offer, we must protect our parks and gardens. No rate increases. Since then, Council spent $54M and borrowed $25M to build the Ringwood Pool and have budgeted $28M to relocate the offices to Eastland. I know when I was last on council they were more bitumen than green, not sure where they are nowWhat would you like to do regarding better community consultation from the council?Invite groups & individuals in on discussions of topics e.g. As your councillor I will support and champion initiatives to boost economic development for our businesses and wider community. 20962, Floodlighting upgrade - contract no. 2020 has been a year of unprecedented environmental, health, and economic disasters from which Australia and the rest of the world will take years to recover. I pledge to provide initiative, reliability, and strong advocacy in Council. We need councillors that care more about the community rather than visions of grandeur. Over the past two years, I have been your independent voice on council championing safer local roads and footpaths; inclusive community services and facilities, particularly for migrant groups and those with varying abilities and special needs; improving and protecting our parks and reserves, and defending against inappropriate development; investments in youth and seniors programs and services; ongoing support for families, parents and careers; and support to lift local trade and commerce.Vote 1 Cr Tasa Damante. The Act disqualifies individuals subject to certain sexual offence legal orders from standing for election or holding office in local authorities. Local community groups and events are so important in uniting and uplifting our community. 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. But I think Council can at least make some accommodation for local residents and ratepayers in its polices and guidelines that gives priority to protections for residents against inappropriate development, detailed assessment of the cumulative impact of development on neighbourhood character and streetscapes prior to any approval, protections for canopy trees and open space in private spaces, and mandatory notification of and communication with all residents in the area of proposed new developments. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Your information will not be disclosed to any external party without your consent, unless Council is required or authorised to do so by law. I am a proud resident of Maroondah and the Wombolano ward where I live with my husband and four children. How does Council pay for community services? What do you believe are the top three issues for Maroondah in the next four years? Contact me at therealvoiceofmaroondah@gmail.comMob: 0468 959 131facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TasaDamante. 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. The Reformed Residential Zones (State Planning Scheme) were enacted in 2014. Every day, I speak to local families. 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. 21001, Receipt and sort recyclables - contract no. What environmental issues in Maroondah do you regard as needing strong action now?We need action on climate change and supporting investment in clean energy technologies. 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? Working with the state government to better sort and recycle waste. Im married to a policewoman, together, we understand community safety. The City of Maroondah should aim to become carbon neutral as soon as possible. I will work to save the leafy environment of our city and limit overdevelopment, keep Dorset Golf Course intact, maintain Eastfield Park and not relocate the Croydon Outdoor Pool but relocate some services back to Croydon. Mother. 23 Oct Voting Closes Follow the instructions on the ballot pack and make sure your completed vote is in the mail or hand-. Home - Maroondah City Council Protecting our leafy green environment and stopping inappropriate development. Our buildings are taller and freeways wider. As your Wonga Ward Councillor I will continue to make your community a better place to live, work, and to raise your family. This election was uncontested and the following candidate(s) are declared elected unopposed. 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 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. Wonga Ward by-election Hello there. I will be an advocate for the smaller issues we have, such as emptying bins at our parks, getting the unfinished footpaths to full footpaths in our streets, and keeping residents informed about developments in our area. 20945, Gym equipment - strength - Contract no. This includes working with the community and developing solutions around terrestrial ecosystems and thematic issues covering climate change, biodiversity loss and land degradation. 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. 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. Last updated: Wednesday, 24 March 2021 02:42 PM, Mornington Peninsula Shire Council, Watson Ward by-election, Municipal Association of Victoria President and Board elections 2023, State by-elections, supplementary elections and appointments, Internal reviews and special circumstances, By-election and supplementary election results, 2021 South Gippsland Shire Council election results, 2017 Greater Geelong City Council election results, Council by-election and countback results, Maroondah City Council election results 2020. We need better access to public transport and parking at Railway stations and I will work with the community to find the best solutions to provide more spaces. Each ward is represented by 1 councillor, giving a total of 9 councillors. 3. Ward boundaries Councillor code of conduct Council elections Women in local government Maroondah City Council Electoral Representation Review Back to top Encourage and support resident groups to achieve landscape outcomes that fulfill neighbourhood objectives.e. Failure to provide the information requested may make you ineligible to receive the service or be part of an event/function that is the subject of this form. Im a family man, with family values and former Police Sergeant having been stationed locally, before establishing my consultancy and training business. Question 6. Question 5. Maroondah Council candidate faces court | Local Government Inspectorate .I agree with A to E, In addition to item E, neighbors should be alerted when there is a permit application for a Heritage building. I will advocate for council to maintain and improve the vital local community services, including aged and disability services. Now more than ever we need our local community, our local shops, our local tradespeople and our local jobs; and we need a Council that helps this to happen. Your Javascript is disabled. Now, more than ever, experience counts. I will keep advocating for upgrades to intersections such as Yarra Rd & Maroondah Highway and for public transport improvements (especially buses). My husband and I are raising our 2 kids in Croydon North. There is nothing for Croydon South or Bayswater North in the 2020 budget except for the maximum 2% rate and 6% garbage charge increases in this Pandemic Year. o Working well o Other (Please describe).. But I need your support. January 16, 2024. I will ensure the jumps at Yarrunga remain, are enhanced, and safe but away from residents. Councillors and wards - Maroondah City Council by admin | Oct 8, 2020 | Uncategorized | 0 comments. Our elderly have been treated as disposable lately. 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. In 2013 I was recognised as Maroondah Citizen of the Year for my service to a wide range of community groups. I strongly believe in serving our community by collaborating and consulting with the community and working towards resolving needs and issues facing them. Whether you live in East, South or North Ringwood i want to be a strong voice for you on Maroondah council. Part of living in a democracy is undertaking your civic duty and engaging with government Im glad Transition Towns does this on a regular basis. I agree that globally and locally we are in the midst of a Climate Emergency and with so many prominent leaders (from Greta Thunberg to Al Gore) advocating for change in the way were looking after our planet. 20939, Gym equipment - cardio - Contract no. Maroondah region The Federal election was held on Saturday 21 May, 2022. Sharing information provided by prospective Councillors seeking our votes is important information. I am offering myself to be your Councillor for the Barngeong Ward. Elections - City of Cambridge At present I dont believe there are any in Maroondah..I would like council to work with a group like Ironbark to assess where the biggest gain in emissions reduction can be achieved in our community. As a candidate for the Arrabri ward in the upcoming Maroondah Council elections, I guarantee to do something exceptionally well. 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. It has been my pleasure and privilege to have been a Councillor and twice Mayor for the past 12 years representing you at Maroondah City Council. Ensure Council staff are reviewing planning applications consistent with the Ruskin Park planning objectives.c. City council seats are up for election for about half of Oklahoma City's residents on Feb. 14. If you wish to contact me you can do so on my mobile: 0429 403 489 or by email: david_a_white@gmx.net. I just think we need concrete action on climate change. Almost 30 years as your councillor, 8 mayoral terms, last mayor Croydon, first mayor Maroondah. I am not a member of any political party, nor am I a career politician. Thank you to all those whove painted rainbows, created Spoonville characters and put teddy bears in the windows of your home.