Greetings on this gorgeous Spring day. Earlier this week I was out and about filming a video in downtown George Street, and in it I invite each and every one of you to help us set the future vision for our Town. There is a series of workshops happening in September and October where we need your input to ensure that our Strategic Community Plan, which is our ten-year plan that sets our future direction, is in alignment with your needs, values and aspirations. To have your say, read on to find out how to RSVP for an event or to complete the online survey.
We are also running workshops in the next four weeks to finalise the design of the East Fremantle Oval redevelopment. Read on to find out more.
It is a busy and exciting time in the life of our Town, and we look forward to engaging with you to ensure that we as your elected officials, and the administration, have our goals in sight and services in place to keep our Town growing, prosperous, vibrant and safe.
Kind regards
Jim O'Neill
Mayor
Jim O'Neill, Mayor of the Town of East Fremantle, has a special message for all residents and owners of businesses and properties in our Town.Watch now.
What's Your Vision for Our Future?
All community members are invited to attend a series of events planned for September and October 2020:
Community Workshop, Wednesday 16 September 2020, 6.30pm East Fremantle Yacht Club - register now
Community Workshop, Thursday 24 September 2020, 1pm East Fremantle Tennis Club - register now
Barefoot Bowls (Youth), Friday 9 October 2020, 10am East Fremantle Bowling Club - register now
Business Breakfast, Thursday 15 October 2020, 7am Swan Yacht Club - register now
The redevelopment of East Fremantle Oval is reaching an exciting phase and we need your help to ensure the design is the best it can possibly be.
In August, the Town hired a multidisciplinary design team to take the early designs to the level of detail so that when the funding is sourced for the project that work can begin.
To ensure that we have got the design concept right, and that it meets community needs and expectations, we invite you to attend a series of events.
Design workshops:
Wednesday 23 September 2020: 3.30pm – 5pm register now, orWednesday 23 September 2020: 5.30pm – 7pm register now
Presentation of revised designs - drop in session to view:
Wednesday 14 October: 3.30pm – 7pm register now
For further information, call Coordinator Community Engagement, Karen Dore on 9339 9339 or send an email to kdore@eastfremantle.wa.gov.au
Library Services Secured for Residents
East Fremantle residents will be able to access the complete range of services available at the Fremantle Library under a shared services agreement signed on Friday 4 September 2020, including to the new Library when it opens next year.
“This agreement is a great result for our Town”, Mayor O’Neill explained, “as they are able to access an exciting range of print, online, early childhood literacy services and digital services at the City of Fremantle Library, but at a fraction of what it would cost us to create such services locally.”
The Town of East Fremantle was recognised last week for its efforts in water conservation when WaterCorp's Louise Vaughan visited us to present our WaterWise accreditation certificate. Louise (pictured left next to Town CEO Gary Tuffin) complimented the team on efforts made to adjust water use including at the Town's parks and reserves.
The Town will now focus on doing even more to conserve our precious water resources, aiming for 'gold' accreditation in 2021. This is part of a range of environmental and conservation measures currently underway.
It's the Talk of the Town!
The Town's latest print newsletter, named Talk of the Town, is now being printed and will be delivered next week to all homes and businesses in East Fremantle, and a digital copy is also available.
Council Meetings
Please note these important dates:
Council Meeting - Tuesday, September 15, 2020
Town Planning Committee - Tuesday, October 6, 2020
Council Meeting - Tuesday, October 20, 2020
To view the agendas for Council and committee meetings (once available) visit our website.
Please note that social distancing restrictions will be in place and the number of members of the public able to attend either meeting will be governed by State Government restrictions in force at that time. All efforts will be made to facilitate attendance within these guidelines, and all parties interested in attending are required to register their attendance by midday on the day of the meeting.
Kerbside Collection and Waste Collection Information Updated
The Town of East Fremantle has recently updated all of our information relating to FOGO, recycling and bulk waste.
Green Waste:
21 September 2020
8 March 2021
Bulk Waste/White goods
12 October 2020
To view the full list of dos and don'ts and everything you ever wanted to know about waste management in the Town, click here
Services Online
Did you know that you can do many of your payment transactions with the Town of East Fremantle via our website? It's quick, easy, safe and available 24/7.
At our website you can...
We encourage all of our residents, local businesses and property owners to do their transactions online. If you experience any difficulty and need support, call our friendly customer service team on 9339 9339 or drop us a line to admin@eastfremantle.wa.gov.au
Mooring Pens for Lease
Keen to take the boat out and want to moor it in the Town of East Fremantle?
We currently have available 3 x 10m and 5 x 8m pens for lease. The pens are located on Riverside Road, opposite The Left Bank - read more
Keeping Verges Clear
We take this opportunity to remind residents and businesses that a Council permit is required prior to anything being placed on a roadway or Council verge within the Town. We have been receiving a significant increase in the number of complaints pertaining to unauthorised skip bins and sea containers being placed on either the Towns roads or adjacent verges resulting in:
reduced sightlines of oncoming traffic for drivers exiting or entering adjacent driveways,
vehicles being forced to drive on the incorrect side of the road on or near crests or curves in the road, in order to pass unauthorised bins,
unauthorised skip bins or sea containers unlawfully placed directly over fire hydrant hatch covers,
verges and verge trees damaged due to incorrect placement or duration of the skip bin or sea containers stay on the verge,
damage to roadways, curbing and footpaths due to incorrect placement, incorrect weight,
unlawful positioning of skip bins or sea containers within 10 metres of intersections,
at some locations the placement of either skip bins or sea containers narrowing the remaining roadway to such a point that trucks and other emergency service vehicles cannot travel past the obstruction safely.
reduction in parking space.
Failure to request and receive a valid permit prior to having a skip bin or sea container placed on a Council road or verge can result in the issuance of a $300 infringement notice to both the hirer and supplier of the skip bin or sea container. Adhering to the permit process ensures the safety and amenity of the area for all residents and visitors to the Town.
Parking Untethered Vehicles Safely
Residents are encouraged to ensure that they park untethered vehicles (such as caravans, boats and trailers) correctly.
A new Fact Sheet has been developed that provides guidance on where to park your untethered vehicle within your property boundary so that it does not present a hazard.
Thank you to all of our residents who have already paid their rates. This investment you make ensures that we can provide high-quality services and maintain community facilities for your enjoyment.
Your rates can be paid online, and you can register for e-rates so that you receive your next notice via email for fast processing and to save on paper.
Show us 'Why I love East Freo'
Calling all photographers! The Town is now calling for submissions for our Community Calendar for 2021, on the theme 'Why I Love East Freo'. We are inviting residents to submit high-resolution images for inclusion. Send your entries to admin@eastfremantle.wa.gov.au with a brief story (50 words max) to accompany your image. Entries close at 5pm on Wednesday 30 September 2020.
The calendar will include key dates in the year, a community directory, info on waste and recycling and a Town map. The calendars will be available for collection by residents in early December 2020. The perfect addition to your wall or a gift to share.
To inspire you, meet "Huckleberry", whose owner snapped this pic in East Freo this week. A beautiful Australian Shepherd, Huckleberry enjoys going for walks around Town and along our Swan River foreshore. Follow his adventures onInstagram at @huckleberrys.aussie.adventures
