Buckley Ward

Portfolio: Arts and Culture

Phone: 0411 704 625

Email: jchantry@mvcc.vic.gov.au

Tell us about yourself

I was first elected in 2003 and have served three terms on Council, also serving as Mayor 2005/06. I previously had 15 years service at the former Essendon and Moonee Valley Councils. I have a proven track record of listening to and responding to resident's concerns. I believe strongly in two-way communication with the community, ensuring that Council delivers a high level of service relevant to, and for the benefit of the whole community. I take my decision making very seriously and have a strong passion to serve the community.

What five words best describe you?

Honest, loyal, committed, dedicated, hardworking.

What do you hope to achieve in your term as Councillor?

I will work towards planning for a sustainable future, preventing overdevelopment of residential/retail sites, improving services and keeping rates as low as possible. I would like to see a stable and cohesive group of Councillors, working with a dedicated management team and happy employees.

I hope to develop public open spaces and sporting ovals, and better quality services and facilities including aged care, affordable kindergartens and renovations to new childcare centres at Strathmore and North Essendon. Hopefully leaving a proud legacy and more family friendly suburbs to pass onto our future generations.