By Ingrid Jackson, Mayoral Candidate
WHY INGRID IS RUNNING FOR MAYOR
I’m ready to lead change. I believe I have the experience, strength and courage to make a difference.
TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
As a Councillor, despite opposition by other councillors, but with community support, I succeeded in live-streaming Council meetings and other initiatives.\
I will continue to improve transparency.
A RESPECTFUL COUNCIL
State authorities found some male councillors engaged in inappropriate conduct or misconduct. Not disclosing conflicts of interest and disrespectful behaviour.
I will ensure a responsible and respectful council.
IMPLEMENTATION, NOT JUST TALK
I want action on plans that Council approved after community consultation, but never implemented. Traffic, parking, cycling and walking, housing, health and wellbeing. Plans keep rolling out. But they don’t get actioned.
I have a track record of getting things done.
SUPPORTING NOOSA’S SMALL BUSINESSES
Noosa Shire is home to over 7600 businesses of which 98 per cent are small. That’s income and jobs for residents. When making decisions, some councillors forget.
I will give residents and their businesses a fair go.
ACHIEVING THE WHOLE 20-YEAR NOOSA PLAN VISION
The Noosa Plan envisions everything our community wants. But some councillors ignore this when making decisions. Councillors should exercise judgement in decision-making. Not to just ticking boxes and using slogans.
I have the courage to stand for what’s right and to fight for you.
