Bernadene Voss Port Phillip Council
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Hi, My name is Bernadene Voss. I am the current Mayor of the City of Port Phillip. I was first elected to Local government in 2012 for Sandridge Ward.
I am seeking your support for re-election to Council on October 22nd 2016.
My details are: T 0411 746 888
Twitter: @bernadenevoss
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bernadenehug
Instagram: www.instagram.com/bernadenevoss/
The funds raised will be used to communicate via a print and social media campaign to the residents in the new Gateway ward. This comprises of St Kilda Road, South Melbourne, Fishermans Bend, Port Melbourne, Garden City, Beacon Cove.
I am passionate and committed to serving my community as best I can. I have a strong track record and am willing to continue to serve the public. I am collaborative and work with the community on issues.
In 2012, I campaigned on issues which have now been achieved and completed - examples are :-
~Improve the perception of Port Melbourne - in a St Kilda centric Council.
~Two new primary schools in our area - along with purchase of a new community park, community facilities & sporting facilities in the Ferrars St Primary School. constant & sustained advocacy.
~Improved places for youth to play.
~Improved Graham St skate park and surrounding area. ~Numerous playground upgrades and new pocket parks.
~Strong and consistent advocacy to the Port of Melbourne, Webb Dock to ensure local residents are not impacted by Port changes.
~Achieved further amenity improvements along Todd Road.
~Seniors - support for Emerald Hill Aged Care facility. Better walkability and rest places.
~This superior home is now built and caters for additional 140 aged residents. I am a CASPA Care board member.
~1-7 Waterfront Place - worked hard to bring community along and reduced height of building, with no beach and promenade overshadowing.
~Tourism - raised the profile of Melbourne to the Cruise ship operators.
~Fishermans Bend - whole of Council focus to improve planned social infrastructure, greater advocacy and strong planning to ensure that this area is liveable, and caters for all community needs.
~More permeable footpaths and nature strips, so the rain can soak into the ground and not just run off into Port Phillip Bay. We need storm water drains that will adequately trap litter before it ends up in our beautiful Bay.
~Increased Childcare and Kindergarten Places
~Beacon Cove - transferred to Port Phillip Council, now has consistent services.
~Garden City - improvement of Parks, Centre Ave Shops, Fishermans Bend Community Hall upgrade.
~Trees - More planted and more greenery in streets
~Children's Centre - opened Bubup Womindjeka Children's Centre. I am also on the board.
~Delivered an increase in playgroups, kindergarten places and childcare places across our city.
~Supported Port Melbourne netball club and delivered new budget for resurfacing of netball courts
Other achievements
Sandridge LSC carpark - made available to all, not just backpackers.
JL Murphy Reserve - new fences, pavilion, new soccer pitch, plan for new playground, plan for upgraded clubhouse
North Port Oval - delivered new Pavilion, painted Norm Goss Stand
109 tram track reserves, improved watering and maintenance.
Lighting installed along the 109 bike track and better cyclist crossings
Pedestrian crossings, - increased around PMPS, and safer access, increase active travel.
Bridge St, Centre median strip, trees and bike lanes.
40km zones increased
Supported Port Melbourne Business Association and key projects
FBURA - established community forum for improved information sharing and advice
Beach St Roundabout - project for queuing lane to decrease traffic congestion.
Supported SHIP project & Waterfront Welcomers
Affordable Housing policy - to increase quality and quantity.
Toilets - new community toilets in Bay Street and progress for new toilet in Garden City Reserve
Park usage for Port Melbourne Primary school - negotiated with community for lunchtime use.
Sustainability - increase solar panels on Council buildings, improved South Melbourne Market waste and recycling, support Beach Patrol. Increase WSUD's to trap litter before entry to Bay.
Support the continuation of the annual Pride March
Long term future of Palais theatre now assured, without further ratepayer funds.
Elected Board representative for MAV - Municipal association of Victoria - representing City of Melbourne, City of Port Phillip, City of Yarra, Darebin and Moreland.
Ministerial Advisory Committee for Fishermans Bend
City of Port Phillip - Audit & Risk Committee
Just to name a few …
Over the next couple of months I will be speaking with you, to understand what priorities you have for the next Council term.
I am seeking your support for re-election to Council on October 22nd 2016.
My details are: T 0411 746 888
Twitter: @bernadenevoss
Facebook: www.facebook.com/bernadenehug
Instagram: www.instagram.com/bernadenevoss/
The funds raised will be used to communicate via a print and social media campaign to the residents in the new Gateway ward. This comprises of St Kilda Road, South Melbourne, Fishermans Bend, Port Melbourne, Garden City, Beacon Cove.
I am passionate and committed to serving my community as best I can. I have a strong track record and am willing to continue to serve the public. I am collaborative and work with the community on issues.
In 2012, I campaigned on issues which have now been achieved and completed - examples are :-
~Improve the perception of Port Melbourne - in a St Kilda centric Council.
~Two new primary schools in our area - along with purchase of a new community park, community facilities & sporting facilities in the Ferrars St Primary School. constant & sustained advocacy.
~Improved places for youth to play.
~Improved Graham St skate park and surrounding area. ~Numerous playground upgrades and new pocket parks.
~Strong and consistent advocacy to the Port of Melbourne, Webb Dock to ensure local residents are not impacted by Port changes.
~Achieved further amenity improvements along Todd Road.
~Seniors - support for Emerald Hill Aged Care facility. Better walkability and rest places.
~This superior home is now built and caters for additional 140 aged residents. I am a CASPA Care board member.
~1-7 Waterfront Place - worked hard to bring community along and reduced height of building, with no beach and promenade overshadowing.
~Tourism - raised the profile of Melbourne to the Cruise ship operators.
~Fishermans Bend - whole of Council focus to improve planned social infrastructure, greater advocacy and strong planning to ensure that this area is liveable, and caters for all community needs.
~More permeable footpaths and nature strips, so the rain can soak into the ground and not just run off into Port Phillip Bay. We need storm water drains that will adequately trap litter before it ends up in our beautiful Bay.
~Increased Childcare and Kindergarten Places
~Beacon Cove - transferred to Port Phillip Council, now has consistent services.
~Garden City - improvement of Parks, Centre Ave Shops, Fishermans Bend Community Hall upgrade.
~Trees - More planted and more greenery in streets
~Children's Centre - opened Bubup Womindjeka Children's Centre. I am also on the board.
~Delivered an increase in playgroups, kindergarten places and childcare places across our city.
~Supported Port Melbourne netball club and delivered new budget for resurfacing of netball courts
Other achievements
Sandridge LSC carpark - made available to all, not just backpackers.
JL Murphy Reserve - new fences, pavilion, new soccer pitch, plan for new playground, plan for upgraded clubhouse
North Port Oval - delivered new Pavilion, painted Norm Goss Stand
109 tram track reserves, improved watering and maintenance.
Lighting installed along the 109 bike track and better cyclist crossings
Pedestrian crossings, - increased around PMPS, and safer access, increase active travel.
Bridge St, Centre median strip, trees and bike lanes.
40km zones increased
Supported Port Melbourne Business Association and key projects
FBURA - established community forum for improved information sharing and advice
Beach St Roundabout - project for queuing lane to decrease traffic congestion.
Supported SHIP project & Waterfront Welcomers
Affordable Housing policy - to increase quality and quantity.
Toilets - new community toilets in Bay Street and progress for new toilet in Garden City Reserve
Park usage for Port Melbourne Primary school - negotiated with community for lunchtime use.
Sustainability - increase solar panels on Council buildings, improved South Melbourne Market waste and recycling, support Beach Patrol. Increase WSUD's to trap litter before entry to Bay.
Support the continuation of the annual Pride March
Long term future of Palais theatre now assured, without further ratepayer funds.
Elected Board representative for MAV - Municipal association of Victoria - representing City of Melbourne, City of Port Phillip, City of Yarra, Darebin and Moreland.
Ministerial Advisory Committee for Fishermans Bend
City of Port Phillip - Audit & Risk Committee
Just to name a few …
Over the next couple of months I will be speaking with you, to understand what priorities you have for the next Council term.
Organizer
Bernadene Voss
Organizer
Port Melbourne VIC
