Financial Concerns Among Reasons Alberta Government plans to Dismiss Chestermere Mayor and Council

The Alberta government plans to dismiss Chestermere Mayor Jeff Colvin and the city’s council and administrators due to concerns about their actions. These concerns include Mayor Colvin’s questionable use of a credit card, with expenses that don’t align with city policies, and other purchases exceeding limits. Additionally, there are criticisms of the city’s expenditures, such as remedial work on private property, unauthorized reimbursements, and questionable procurement processes. The city’s financial statements have also raised concerns. The government’s intention to remove the council and administrators stems from their failure to adhere to provincial directives. A specific date for this action has not been set, pending responses from those affected.