Kristian Horvath - Community Advocate

Health

Advocate for X-Ray and Ultrasound Services in Sorell

Establish a local health committee to advocate for better access to health care, local GPs, nursing homes and ambulance services

Advocate for a Fully Bulk-Billed TassieDoc (State Gov. funded) GP Clinic in Sorell

Waste

Allow rural residents to opt out of Green Waste/FOGO (Food Organics Garden Organics) bins if they live on properties larger than 2,000m², with the associated charge removed from their rates

FOGO (Food Organics, Garden Organics) Review with the Aim to Provide an Opt-Out System Next Financial Year 

Build a publically accessible Waste Transfer Station at Copping Landfill site

Senior Populations

Free fitness in the park in Sorell and Midway Point, designed to suit people of all abilities and mobility levels (more to come)

Infrastructure

Commission feasibility study for a public swimming pool/aquatic centre in Sorell 

Infrastructure to keep up with population growth

Residents to have a say on how infrastructure priorities and spending are decided

Keeping Rates as Low as Possible

Keeping Rates as Low as Possible

Roads and traffic

Housing

Increase the supply of long term rental housing by making whole-house short-stay rentals pay similar rates as other accommodation businesses

Building and planning

Make planning and building processes easier to follow while providing practical advice and guidance to help residents achieve the best outcomes

Advertising Development Applications of Public Interest

Council decisions are shaped by residents

Residents to vote on local spending

Integrity and Ethical Conduct Policy

Prioritising Direct Council Employment

Environment

Care for our natural environment and increase biodiversity by working closely with residents and community groups

Backyard Biodiversity Program/Free Plant Initiative Expansion run by Council

Council communication

Send Council's newsletter to all addresses, including tenants

Redesign the Sorell Council website to make it highly user-friendly, easy to navigate, and efficient in helping residents find information