Alan English, Michael Shepherdson and Paul Creasey did not respond before deadline.

Here's what the candidates, in ballot order, said:

Incumbent Kevin Bradford believes the next mayor should have the ability to unite councillors. The council should get back to basics and not waste ratepayers' money on projects like the Melbourne Football Club. He also vowed to question council officers he believed were doing the wrong thing by the city, including the CEO.

Con Tira feels the council is a "feuding, manipulating" group, and needs to focus on "basic" issues including rates and roads. He does not support the CEO.

Avtar Singh Gill believes good communication will restore trust and respect within the chamber. He considers rate reduction, effective rail and bus services, employment in Casey and avoiding council "wastage" including glossy brochures and overseas trips as important issues. He supports the CEO as a respect for the "chain of command".

Trevor O'Donnell says councillors focused on community issues would be less likely to bicker just to "gain a headline". He wants a balance between "big-ticket" items and giving back to the community through rate reductions and better infrastructure. He declined to comment on the CEO.

Amanda Stapledon also believes staying focused on the community would address the bickering issue. Her campaign has focused on a mix of bigger issues such as road safety and public transport/community buses, and issues "at home" such as capping rates at CPI and increased community services. She believes it is important for councillors to give sound direction to the CEO.

Gary Howe believes councillors have taken their eyes "off the ball" and should refocus in order to stop the infighting. He says there should be clear short-term and long-term goals for Casey. The Brookland Greens estate and Stevenson Road landfill issues must be addressed before the council implements its basic and big-ticket items. He supports the CEO, saying his contract should be honoured.