Laval City Councillor Resigns from Caucus Amid Ongoing Expenses Investigation
In a surprising turn of events, Laval City Councillor, David Smith, has announced his resignation from the caucus as the investigation into his expenses continues.
Smith, who has been a member of the caucus for over a decade, made the announcement at a press conference held at City Hall on Tuesday morning. He stated that he believes it is in the best interest of the caucus and the city of Laval for him to step down while the investigation is ongoing.
The investigation, which was launched by the city’s ethics commissioner, is looking into allegations of improper use of expenses by Smith. It was sparked by a report from a local newspaper that raised questions about the councillor’s spending habits.
Smith has maintained his innocence throughout the investigation, stating that all of his expenses were legitimate and related to his duties as a city councillor. However, he acknowledged that the ongoing scrutiny has become a distraction for the caucus and the city as a whole.
“I have always acted in the best interest of the citizens of Laval and I stand by my record as a dedicated and hardworking councillor,” Smith said during the press conference. “But I believe it is important for the caucus to be able to focus on the important issues facing our city without this distraction.”
The resignation of Smith from the caucus has been met with mixed reactions from his colleagues. Some have expressed disappointment and support for Smith, while others have called for him to step down from his position as councillor altogether.
Mayor Marc Demers, who has been vocal about his commitment to transparency and accountability in the city’s government, has stated that he respects Smith’s decision to resign from the caucus and will await the results of the investigation before making any further comments.
The investigation into Smith’s expenses is ongoing and it is unclear when it will be completed. In the meantime, the city council will continue to operate with one less member in the caucus.
This is a developing story and we will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
