Aaron An - Wyndham City, Harrison Ward Councillor 2016-2020 | Page 6

Education

Wyndham's population has been booming in the past 18 years, yet successive State Govs have not been building schools quickly enough. This trend has improved in the last few years, thanks to our hard advocacy, but we are still far behind.

Public Transport & Roads

Better public transport is the key to addressing road congestion issues and parking issues around train stations. Good reliable public transport improves liveability and productivity. It is key to a better local economy.

Economy & Jobs

Around 7 out of 10 employed residents leave Wyndham every morning to go to work outside of Wyndham. We need more local jobs and a better local economy, so residents can work closer to their homes, families and friends.

Community Safety

Our residents should feel safe at any time. This is one of the most important things for people's everyday life. We need more police, a new police station and more CCTV cameras.

Facilities & Services

We need to plan public facilities and services at locations as accessible as possible, so more people can visit the facilities and use the services they need without relying on a car.

Council Efficiency & Transparency

Operating a growth council under the rate capping environment is challenging. Working smarter and improving efficiency is key. Higher rates than necessary are not a solution for local families struggling to meet their costs of living.

2016, it was a great experience to participate as a committee member of council's first Cultural Diversity portfolio.
2016, meeting at UniMelb after work with passionate people across Victoria to discuss school issues.
2016 Providing research evidence to council on the school shortage issue
2016, at Williams Landing station, discussing with local bus drivers regarding transport issues.
2016, at the Multicultural Entrepreneur Awards
2015, Community Panel Workshop. Give feedback to council.
2015, help organised community BBQ.
2015, community dinner and consultation session at council.
2014, organized the first Chinese community meeting in Point Cook Community Learning Centre, supported by councillor and council officer.
2014, did city plan and annual budget submission presentation in council chamber as a resident