Calgary Councillor Richard Pootmans Resigns Effective Immediately

Ward 6 representative steps down citing personal and family reasons after over a decade of public service.

Richard Pootmans, Calgary's Ward 6 councillor, announced his immediate resignation during a city council meeting on Tuesday.
Pootmans attributed his decision to personal and family reasons, requesting privacy for himself and his family during this time.
First elected in 2010, Pootmans served two terms before returning to council in 2021, contributing over 10 years of public service.
Colleagues and Calgary Mayor Jyoti Gondek praised Pootmans for his kindness, collaborative leadership, and dedication to economic development and governance.
The city is finalizing plans to ensure uninterrupted representation for Ward 6 residents, with other councillors stepping in to support the ward's team in the interim.