A resident for more than 40 years, Julia aka Midge Avery is seeking a spot on the City of Busselton council.
Ms Avery was a local journalist and raised her two children Zoey and Zac in the area.
On her candidate profile, she said much has changed since the 1980s-90s but issues such as financial/home security, living costs were still a problem.
Ms Avery said decent roads for emergency services and waste management were also important.
Other priorities for the candidate include public open space, maintaining reasonable rates and service costs 'particularly for seniors'.
"Above all, I will listen to people and their concerns - it is our community," she said.
Ms Avery has contested for a seat on council in the 2013 and 2015 elections.
The candidate has previously said she would like to see a more vibrant town but would also like more innovative measures to improve infrastructure for ratepayers and visitors to the region.
"People have repeatedly reported poor road conditions and nothing happens," she said.
Ms Avery would like the city do more road inspections and have a roster of upgrades while keeping as many trees as possible for fauna corridors.
Voting is not compulsory in local government elections, however you can send or hand in your ballot papers up until 6pm October 19.