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PETER MARTIN ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Labor. Peter is an incumbent Councillor, and has steadfastly supported active transport in his time on Council. He supports all the active transport items in the Integrated Transport Strategy. For specific improvements needed in the Montague Ward, he says “Williamstown Rd is a major barrier to pedestians and cyclists. There is an urgent need for improved crossings particularly for students attending Port Melbourne Secondary College and the proposed new primary school and sports participants at Murphy Reserve.”
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ALEX MAKIN ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Independent. Alex is a strong supporter of active transport, and supports all the active transport items in the Integrated Transport Plan. He also has a long history of involvement in the Public Transport Users Association. He is also a former Councillor and Mayor at the City of Maroondah, where he worked on several transport projects. Since moving to Port Phillip in 2013 he has been advocating for public transport improvements, including frequency upgrades for bus route 235 and 606 which service Port Melbourne and Fishermans Bend.
For specific improvements needed in the Montague Ward, he says “Fishermans Bend will only reach its full potential with a strong focus on sustainable transport infrastructure, such as expanded cycling networks and public transport…. Additionally, we must implement bus priority measures to prevent buses from being caught in traffic, and improve tram priority in Southbank (near Clarendon Street Junction) to ensure public transport remains a competitive and reliable travel option.”
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