Imagine this in the heart of Footscray CBD - a vibrant, activated public park that:

• Provides safe, accessible neighbourhood level green space for all ages and backgrounds
• Supports mental & physical wellbeing through informal recreation
• Reduces crime & antisocial behaviour with smart urban design
• Strengthens Footscray’s identity as a welcoming, liveable community

At the Maribyrnong City Council public meeting tonight, Tuesday 15 April from 6:30PM, our elected councillors will vote on the petition signed that's been signed by over 700 residents calling for this long-neglected site to become something truly special: a green open space for everyone.
Livestream/Recording: https://youtube.com/live/8-7BnJVL-D4
 
This is a opportunity for leadership:

• Newly elected councillors – Make a bold mark early. Show what real community-first action looks like.
• Ambitious councillors (thinking about state or federal political career?) - This is the kind of legacy that earns respect and long-term recognition.
• Longstanding councillors – Leave a legacy that defines your term: a lasting, visible contribution to Footscray’s future.

For our elected MPs:

• Katie Hall - State MP for Footscray - Here's your chance to help revitalise the Footscray CBD, support local traders, and show Labor’s Housing Strategy can deliver livability - not just density. With the State Budget weeks away, matched funding from the Victorian Government is essential. You petitioned on this cause in 2023 - let's work together to make it a reality!
• Daniel Mulino - Federal MP for Fraser – With a federal election fast approaching, show the west that you’re listening. This is the kind of good news story that reminds voters they matter.

last by certainly not the least:

• Everyone who's signed this petition - What would a park on the derelict Saigon Market site mean to YOU (& your family/friends/fur-babies/etc.)?

Let's make this vision a reality! Contact your elected councillors and remind them why this is a priority.

• Mayor, Cr Pradeep Tiwari (Bluestone Ward)
  0423887493, Cr.Tiwari@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
• Deputy Mayor, Cr Bernadette Thomas (Sheoak Ward)
  0407599698, Cr.Thomas@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
• Cr Cuc Lam PSM (Braybrook Ward)
  0429383099, Cr.Lam@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
• Cr Samantha Meredith (Saltwater Ward)
  0423761560, Cr.Meredith@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
• Cr Elena Pereyra (Wattle Ward)
  0423 836 555, Cr.Pereyra@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
• Cr Mohamed Semra (Burndap Ward)
  0423778507, Cr.Semra@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au
• Cr Susan Yengi (River Ward)
  0423769995, Cr.Yengi@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au