LOGAN City councillors have officially stepped into their roles, having been sworn in to council last week.
In response to public health restrictions, the first post-election meeting held today was closed to the public and was live streamed.
Division 5 councillor Jon Raven was elected deputy mayor after a secret vote. Cr Lisa Bradley was also nominated.
Cr Raven said he was grateful for the opportunity to serve.
"I'm looking forward to working closely with all councillors as part of a united team to deliver the mayor's priorities for the city and the councillors' priorities for their divisions," he said.
Cr Raven paid homage to Cr Bradley and praised her for suggesting they both nominate each other.
He said it was the most unified ballot that he had seen.
"I will represent everyone on this council without bias, fear or favour to help us deliver what we can for our great city.
"I can't wait to see what we deliver. I can't wait to see the mayor's vision for the next four years. I am thrilled, humbled and honoured to be sitting here today," he said.
Mayor Darren Power said councillors had taken part in induction sessions since taking their declarations of office.
"With only a short window until we finalise the 2020/2021 budget, the councillors and I have hit the ground running, engaging with residents and listening to the needs of the community in these challenging times," he said.
In addition to the vote on deputy mayor, the chair and deputy chair positions were decided for council committees.
Cr Lisa Bradley will be the chairperson of the city governance committee and Cr Natalie Willcocks will be deputy.
Cr Teresa Lane will head up the city infrastructure committee with councillors Scott Bannan and Tim Frazer as deputies.
City planning, economic development and environment will have Cr Raven as the chairperson with Cr Miriam Stemp and Cr Karen Murphy taking up the deputy roles.
The city lifestyle committee will be chaired by Cr Laurie Koranski and councillors Tony Hall and Mindy Russell will be deputy chairs.
Cr Power said the appointments reflected the diverse experience and vast skill set of the newly-elected councillors.
"Already I can see we have people among the newer members of council who will be able to deliver strong leadership for our community and make decisions that are in the best interests of our residents, ratepayers and businesses," he said.
