Macedon Ranges Mayor Dom Bonanno has admitted to drink driving while speeding in the mayoral vehicle on October 31st.
He was caught on McGeorge Road in Gisborne South with a blood alcohol level over the legal limit.
Cr Bonanno will lose his license for six months and has returned the mayoral car.
He’s taking personal leave until late November and won’t stand for re-election as mayor.
The mayor has apologised to his family, council, and community for the lapse in judgment.