The mayoral election will not be the only item agenda at the extraordinary Dubbo Regional Council meeting on Thursday.
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The nine current councillors need to vote for a new mayor after Ben Shields announced his resignation.
Before they vote they'll also need to determine if it's done by an open vote or secret ballot.
Council will also use the meeting to determine its response to Local Government Minister Shelley Hancock after she issued a noticed that she was considering a Performance Improvement Order.
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"This proposed PIO is intended to lift councillor standards of behaviour, ensure proper processes are followed, protect health and safety of staff, provide strict supervision, and encourage community confidence in Dubbo Regional Council," she said.
There are also two agenda items that have been added to prepare for Murray Wood becoming interim chief executive officer next week.
Mr Wood will be given council's power of attorney from when he starts the role on June 11.
The council meeting will be held at 1pm in the Dubbo council chambers.
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