Cycling around the Port
I'm a candidate for the Parks ward in the Port Adelaide Enfield Council and am a big believer in keeping active and enjoying the great outdoors. Our council area is continually upgrading to make roads and tracks more cyclist friendly. I support this growth and hope for bigger plans, in the future, linking the esplanades together and creating safer environments for cyclists, on our roads.
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Permalink Reply by Claire Boan on -
Wow. That does look great! Certainly something I'd be interested in supporting! Thanks for sharing.
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Permalink Reply by Gemma K on -
I hope if you're elected you'll support Port Adelaide Enfield Council repairing the Hanson Reserve Velodrome so the local cycling clubs can return to racing and training there. It's a shame that it has been left to fall into such a state due to a straight out council-balls-up!
See: http://portside-messenger.whereilive.com.au/news/story/push-to-recycle-track/ -
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Permalink Reply by Claire Boan on
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Absolutely. It's such a unique space, which certainly encourages greater wellbeing for our local community!
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Permalink Reply by Claire Boan on
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That's a fair comment, Sam. I have read the strategy. My comment is referring to the fact that I do support the upgrade of the velodrome and if elected into council I will look into ways we can support it. I have not done any detailed research as yet, as I am restricted until members have been elected. Thank you for your comment. I do appreciate concerned community members ensuring council members don't just provide lip service!
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Permalink Reply by Claire Boan on
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I have inquired regarding the velodrome and as to whether it is state or council's responsibility. The state say that it was handed back to the council therefore I will add this to my list of needs to address at an upcoming council meeting.
I will keep you posted on the progress. -
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Permalink Reply by Gemma K on
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Claire, I am happy to give you a full briefing from the sport's perspective whenever you're ready!
Regards Gemma Kernich (President, Cycling SA - and Port Adelaide CC Club Rider) -
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Permalink Reply by Claire Boan on
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Great. Thanks very much. Is this something that can be done via email or is it best, face to face?
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Permalink Reply by Claire Boan on
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Thank you very much. I'm excited about the role and the support I can offer the local community.
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Permalink Reply by Gus K on -
I second this. Outdoor velodromes are rare and historic and every possible thing should be done to return them to their original state and use (that is a proper surface for cycling).
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Permalink Reply by Alan on -
Congratulations Claire on your election!
As a side note you might want to join the group Ideas for Adelaide and use it as a forum for things that you find interesting.
http://www.adelaidecyclists.com/group/ideas4adelaide
Cheers Alan -
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