Which approach should guide a mayor’s discretionary use of strong-mayor powers?

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Which approach should guide a mayor’s discretionary use of strong-mayor powers?

Use when legally available and the mayor considers it appropriateUse only after public reasons and consultation with Council and residentsReserve for exceptional circumstances after trying ordinary Council processesAvoid discretionary use and favour ordinary Council decisionsUnsure — it depends on the specific power and situation

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