Calgary Mayor Recall Petition Receives Over 72,000 Signatures
A petition to recall Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi has received a significant number of signatures, with over 72,000 submitted to the city. The petition, which was launched by a group called “Save Calgary,” aims to remove Nenshi from office before the end of his term in October.
According to the group, the petition was launched due to concerns over Nenshi’s leadership and management of the city. They claim that Nenshi has failed to address important issues such as the city’s finances, infrastructure, and economic recovery.
The petition required a minimum of 45,000 signatures to be considered by the city, and it has far surpassed that number. However, the signatures still need to be verified by the city clerk before the petition can move forward.
In response to the petition, Nenshi stated that he respects the democratic process and encourages citizens to engage in civic affairs. He also expressed his confidence in the city’s administration and their ability to handle the verification process.
If the petition is deemed valid, a recall vote will be held, and Nenshi’s fate will be in the hands of Calgary voters. This would be the first time in the city’s history that a mayor has faced a recall vote.
The recall petition has sparked debate among Calgarians, with some supporting the effort to remove Nenshi from office and others defending his leadership. It remains to be seen how the verification process will unfold and what the outcome of the recall vote will be.
In the meantime, Nenshi continues to serve as Calgary’s mayor and has not indicated any plans to step down. The city clerk is expected to provide an update on the petition’s status in the coming weeks.
