Three Chestermere councillors, who were spared from dismissal along with the city’s mayor and other officials, are looking forward to a forensic audit of the city’s finances. The Alberta government took action due to the city’s failure to adhere to directives and various issues, including a divided council and overreach by elected officials. The remaining councillors believe the audit is necessary to provide residents with a more accurate view of the city’s financial situation. They expressed relief, exhaustion, and a sense of missed opportunities in their roles. The audit is expected to reveal further financial improprieties, and the city’s finances have been in question for some time. The three councillors who were spared were recognized for their efforts to hold the council accountable and guide the city in a more positive direction. The forensic audit will provide greater clarity on the city’s financial situation, and Chestermere’s governance will be in the hands of an official administrator until a byelection is held in 2024.
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