Byron 9 Jeannette Martin

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Jeannette Martin

Current occupation and background:

25 years Community Development worker.

How long in the Byron community?

18 years.

Community involvement?

Founder of the Mullumbimby Community Garden and Mullum SEED Environmental Charity. Five years as Byron Shire councillor.

Guiding values or principles?

Community engagement and decisions based on beneficial environmental outcomes.

Are you or have you been associated with any political party or cause?

I have been a Greens member but do not believe political parties have any place in local government. Independent decisions based on negotiation and consultation with the community are the most effective.

Preferential voting suggestions?

We will be encouraging everyone to vote below the line, to choose the best each of the groups.

Campaign budget?

Community donations and funding from our team members.

Top three issues facing your area?

Diverse range of housing need. Future water needs. Community engagement in council issues.