The Irrigator contacted all current councillors to see what their thoughts were heading into the scheduled election, which at this stage does appear likely that it will go ahead no matter what happens with the current pandemic situation.

As it stands, the community is already aware current mayor and long-serving councillor Paul Maytom has decided to retire from the roles this time around.

That fact hasn't changed, while councillor Peter Davidson remains firm in his decision to also not contest his seat on December 4.

Councillor Michael Kidd said he was a "99 per cent chance" of running again, while councillor George Weston also said he was a definite to put his hand up for election.

"I'll see how I go when it comes to the role of mayor ... I may put my hand up, but it will depend first on getting elected and then just seeing who else is there too," Cr Weston said.

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Councillors Sandra Nardi, Tracey Morris and Tony Ciccia also appear likely to nominate once again.

Councillor Paul Smith said he was a definite and was looking forward to hopefully representing the community once again.

Councillor Tony Reneker remained uncertain at this stage. Most councillors agreed they had plenty of unfinished business they would like to see come full circle.

"There's certainly many projects I would like to see through," Cr Ciccia said.

"It's some of those bigger things like the Wamoon sewerage project, the CBD enhancement, but the littler things like improving our roads too."

This was a sentiment shared by many of his fellow councillors, who listed the Roxy Theatre as another big project they would like to continue to be involved with and finish off during their time on council.

When it comes to the role of mayor, most agreed they wouldn't be putting their hand up for that position, stating it would require someone who possibly is retired and can give it their full attention.

Cr Kidd said it was something he may consider in the future, but likely not this time if re-elected.

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"A major concern for Leeton people is health and I can't take it up as mayor if I still work for Murrumbidgee Local Health District," he said.

The upcoming term for the new council will be a shortened three years compared to the usual four.

For more information visit https://www.elections.nsw.gov.au/.

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