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Elected Mayor promises new era for Council
Armidale Regional Council is entering a new era of accountable and financially responsible leadership, with a focus on encouraging investment in the region, Mayor Ian Tiley declared after being elected to the role yesterday.
The veteran of 57 years in local government was elected Mayor at an extraordinary meeting of Council, with Councillor Debra O’Brien elected as Deputy Mayor.
In a speech to the meeting, Cr Tiley said the returning seven councillors are committed to prudent financial management, regular and close consultation with the community and restoring public confidence in the organisation.