The purpose of this policy is to outline the conduct of Council during the Election Period for municipal general elections. The policy aims to ensure that general elections are conducted in a manner that is ethical, fair and equitable, are publicly perceived as such and support the conduct of good governance for Council and the organisation during the Election Period for municipal general elections. The policy will also facilitate the continuation of the ordinary business of local government throughout the election period in a responsible and transparent manner, in accordance with statutory requirements and established “Election Period” conventions.