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While the CEO of the software company, Richard also established an IT Advocacy group outside
of the Silicon Valley CA. As president of this advocacy group for 4
years, he managed and motivated 80+
members from other IT companies CEOs, Presidents, Talent and
Affiliates for the promotion of the IT industry in Marin County as
an important segment of the industry through trade shows, events,
local and state government lobbying.
In preparation to create a new
business and family life in Australia the software company was
successfully sold to a synergistic competitor/buyer. Richard has the
background and business experience to take on the challenges of the
NEW Douglas Shire Council
As a candidate for Douglas Shire Councillor, Richard Lavender is an independent, an alliance free candidate,
(independent of any land development or association), who is
focused, educated, creative, and passionate about the community. He
believes that for the Douglas Shire to be successful; the community
needs to be informed, engaged and that EVERYONE in the shire is
'listened to' and 'respected'.
Who is Richard
Lavender?
- Independent - not connected to or influenced by
any outside source i.e. - local political, tourism
group or association within the Shire
- Positive, truthful, a good listener and planner,
energetic, creative, passionate, ability to ‘bounce
back’
- Managing Director of a successful Internet
Marketing company that has promoted the region for
the last 14 years
- Successful businessman
- Previous ‘Hands on’ CEO of a software company,
managing a $15 million annual budget w/ tight
financial planning, overseeing project management,
sales, marketing, & managing human resources with up
to 150 employees, while working with Lucus Films &
Software, Microsoft, AT&T, and Bank of America
- After University, worked in the Banking industry
for 7 years –
Credit Card Customer Service
Representative promoted to the Credit Card Executive
Manager
- Creator of the Haunting of Oak Beach – Fun
Halloween Community Experience
- Community Spirit Volunteer
- Neighbourhood Organiser
- Family Oriented Project Developer
- Great Barrier Reef protection planning
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What are my goals if elected?
IMMEDIATE:
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Balanced Budget
(more
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Maintain Quality Services Shire Wide (more
> ) |
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Sustain and Enhance Tourism (more
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Sustain and Enhance Agriculture (more
> ) |
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Chemical Free Water (more
> ) |
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Maintain Planning Scheme (more
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Encourage Business Diversification (more
> ) |
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Expand Daintree Gateway Plan and
Support Power Installation (more
> ) |
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Engage Indigenous Leaders (more
> ) |
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Working 'with' the Community (more
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- Waterfront Development (more
> )
- Positive Shire Negotiations with Developers
(more
> )
- Positive working relationships with other Regional
Councils (more
> )
- A More Diplomatic Council (more
> )
- Plastic Bag Free Shire by 2016 (more
> )
- A united Council petitioning Federal Government
– NBN roll out (more
> )
- Support Douglas Shire Entertainment/Sports Events to
Increase Visitors (more
> )
- Macrossan Street Traffic (more
> )
- Review Referendums for the Community on Major Changes (more
> )
- Community Internet Communications (more
> )
- Mental Health Awareness & Suicide Prevention (more
> )
- Support the Application for Funding of the
Mossman Aged Care Facility (more
> )
- WIFI FREE HOTSPOTS – Port Douglas, Mossman &
Daintree Village (more
> )
- CCTV - is a two sided
consideration: sending a signal that our streets are
not safe or, our streets are safe due to
surveillance. The local police would be appreciative
if CCTV cameras were installed. (more)
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| Prior to announcing his candidacy for Council Representative Richard
sought the opinion of friends and acquaintances.
Here are some descriptive words offered: |
- 'strong understanding of the issues facing PD'
- 'u would be fab'
- 'U have my vote!!'
- 'You would be very good in that type of role'
- 'You'll have your work cut out for you'
- 'I would be honoured to vote for you!'
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"Everyone in the shire is entitled to their opinion. A
council that is truly representative of the needs and wants of
the community should seek consultation with the community on
important issues that affect everyone in the Douglas Shire."
- Richard Lavender
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Do you have issues regarding the Douglas Shire that you
think are important?
Let's start the conversation!
email:
richard@richardlavender.com
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