Roy Maggio Independents (RMI) are genuine independents, unaffiliated with any major political party, dedicated to securing the best outcomes for our local community. We assess each motion based on its merits and the benefits it brings to the community. Our track record demonstrates success in various areas, including responding to constituent requests, supporting small businesses, enhancing shared facilities and revitalising community spaces. We are exclusively focused on our community, ensuring we stay progressive and relevant, and we are committed to finding solutions for you.
We aim to
achieve a 5% rates reduction in four years by strategic planning and leveraging
technology to increase efficiency. By improving profitability and reducing
overheads, we will lessen reliance on ratepayers and share the financial
benefits with the community. Our goal is to eliminate indecision, reduce the
need for consultants and prevent rework, driving the Council to make prudent,
financially sound decisions.
With over
$1.9 billion in assets*, we plan to maximise their utilisation to generate
better financial outcomes for the community. Our goal is to improve the return
on investment (ROI) on these assets by 20% without negatively impacting the
community. *CFO Statement, Council Meeting 28/11/2023.
We believe in giving all residents a greater say in community decisions. We aim to foster more opportunities for community participation and feedback, including reintroducing community speakers at Council meetings.
We will advocate for better management and access to sports and recreational facilities. Our focus will be on ensuring these facilities are accessible and utilised by the community, including improvements in parking and surrounding roads.
We aim to enhance community spirit by improving facilities for both youth and seniors. Our goal is to establish community centres that encourage active participation and camaraderie, including spaces for people with disabilities to engage equally.
We aim to alleviate traffic bottlenecks in school zones and town villages. Our goal is to improve access without penalising parents and visitors with fines. Additionally, we will implement proper controls in school zones on major roads to benefit the broader community.
Recognising pets as family members, we aim to create more sites where companion animals can roam freely while respecting the rights of non-pet owners. We also plan to designate more areas for the safety of native animals.
Our commitment to sustainability includes generating 100% of electricity needs for all Council buildings through solar energy within four years. We also aim to eliminate diesel and petrol usage within eight years, positioning Ryde as a leader in local battery storage to stabilise the grid and reduce energy costs.
Ryde’s extensive foreshore and native bush areas will be made more accessible with improved walkways, lighting and access to aquatic activities like fishing, boating and swimming. We aim to connect more bush and foreshore areas with trails and enhance safety.
We aim to empower landholders with more rights to manage their trees with less red tape, addressing nuisance and dangerous trees effectively. Our goal is to lead in tree management by increasing canopy cover, strategic pruning and removals, enhancing solar access and promoting passive heating and cooling through active tree management.
"I wholeheartedly support Ryde Independent Councillor Roy Maggio for Mayor. Unlike major political parties, Clr Maggio prioritises community needs and listens to our concerns. His bipartisan approach, accessibility and proven track record make him the best choice. Let's unite behind Clr Maggio for a brighter future. "