Mayor's Weekly Message

I am delighted to have been re-elected Mayor of Manly...

13 Sep 2012

I am delighted to have been re-elected Mayor of Manly and wish to take this opportunity to publicly re-dedicate myself to the service of the community of Manly, and to thank those who supported me during the recent Council elections.

I look forward to working in partnership with the whole community, especially my fellow Councillors, both those who have been re-elected and our newly elected Councillors.

There is a great deal to be done, of course, in terms of getting on with those important projects presently under way as well as identifying exciting new opportunities for enhancing Manly in this term.

High on the list of this Council’s immediate priorities will be the completion of the former Seaforth TAFE site as a vibrant community hub, undertake consultation and detailed planning for the much needed upgrading work at the Andrew ‘Boy’ Charlton Swim Centre, and progress with Manly2015, amongst many other exciting projects.

As Mayor, I am also fully committed to preserving, protecting and enhancing our wonderful natural and built heritage during my new Mayoral term.

Of course, Manly is always an exciting place in which to live and to visit, and I am especially looking forward over coming weeks to bringing you exciting news about MANLY Vibe, a premium events brand that  celebrates all things Manly.

As always, Council will continue to pay particular attention to fiscal responsibility, aiming to optimise community benefit for our ratepayers.

I consider it a privilege to lead Manly Council and working with Councillors over the next four years, and I am always accessible to meet with Manly residents, ratepayers and other members of the Manly community.

I was saddened to hear of the recent passing of Ron Taylor, world renowned marine cinematographer, conservationist and a resident of Fairlight. I offer my sincere condolences to his wife Valerie and their family.

Jean Hay AM

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