Perth town council candidate Derek Zeisman says controlling property tax increases, fixing roads and improving communication with residents would be among his priorities if elected.
Zeisman says residents have raised concerns about affordability while campaigning door to door, pointing to property tax increases of about 25 per cent over the past four to five years.
He says the town needs to spend more carefully, particularly for seniors and people with disabilities living on fixed incomes.
Zeisman also wants Perth to address its infrastructure deficit, including aging roads, water systems and sewers. He says resurfacing busy roads could extend their lifespan and provide better value for taxpayers.
Zeisman wants to attract more visitors during the winter to help local businesses operate year-round.
If elected, he plans to send residents quarterly newsletters by mail outlining council’s work and upcoming priorities.
He also supports regular door-to-door visits and town hall meetings.
Zeisman opposes the proposed Alto high-speed rail project, arguing the cost could exceed initial estimates. He also opposes strong mayor powers, favouring collaboration and shared decision-making among councillors.
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