Councillor Simon Croce Acknowledged For Over Two Decades Of Dedicated Service To Griffith

Councillor Simon Croce was recognised for his more than 20 years of dedicated service to the community at Tuesday night’s Griffith City Council (September 10).

His family joined him at the meeting, where he was formally honoured for his long-standing commitment to local government and, more specifically, the Griffith community.

First elected on March 27, 2004, Councillor Croce has been an active and passionate voice on Council.

Throughout his time on Council, he contributed to a wide-range of key projects and initiatives and served as Deputy Mayor from September 22, 2020 to September 23, 2021.

Councillor Croce has also played a crucial role on many important committees, including the Griffith Regional Aquatic and Leisure Centre Committee, Traffic Committee, Fairey Firefly Memorial Advisory Committee, Skateboard Advisory Committee and the Floodplain Management Committee, among others.

One of his notable achievements was advocating for the Griffith Yoogali shared bicycle track and bridge, which is currently under construction and will serve as a vital link for the community.

In 2016, Councillor Croce explained his motivation for serving in an interview.

“I decided to nominate as a Councillor as I feel there was so much more that needs to be done, and it’s no use sitting back complaining without having a go yourself,” Councillor Croce said.

After two decades of service, Councillor Croce has decided not to run in the current election, marking the conclusion of his significant contribution to local government.

He expressed his heartfelt thanks to his family, Council staff, community members that supported him over the years and the Councillors and Mayors with whom he has served.

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