Richard Pootman is leaving the Calgary City Council with immediate effect.

Richard Pootmans of Calgary's Ward 6 Council is leaving his position on the city council with immediate effect. Not a valid attachment ID.

Pootmans announced his resignation from the council on Tuesday during a meeting, citing personal and family reasons. Promotion Pixel advertising tracking To proceed, scroll. In the municipal election of 2021, Pootmans was chosen to serve as a councillor for Ward 6. He had previously represented the region for two terms, from 2010 to 2017. According to Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek, Pootman will be missed and his generosity had a long-lasting effect on the city. "Councillor Pootmans made incredible contributions to this city," Gondek stated. "In a position like this, he is among the most kind individuals you will encounter. He had empathy. He was really committed to his job, and I will miss it alongside him." The significance of Pootmans to other council members was also discussed. "I think we were all surprised," said Courtney Walcott, a councillor that represents Ward 8. "Councillor Pootmans was loved on this council, and this is a sad day for all of us." Everyone mentions Pootman's generosity and humility, Walcott observed. "The fact that that's the impression he left on all of us when we are all fighting with each other all the time, I think just really describes that Pootmans was different from the rest of us," he stated. "There is no one kinder on council, and he will be missed." Councillor Evan Spencer of Ward 12 stated, "What I found with Councillor Pootmans is he's just genuinely interested in you as a person." "He had concern for his coworkers. He continually summoned the best of them. He is simply one of the most sincere individuals you will ever encounter. I will truly miss him terribly." Residents of Ward 6 will remain represented during the changeover, according to Gondek. She pointed out that if the next election is less than a year away, there is no need for a byelection and that Ward 6 will probably be covered by other council members for the time being. She stated that more information is being completed and would be sent to residents shortly.

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