Ward 6 - Pootmans back in the saddle
Incumbent Richard Pootmans has reclaimed his seat as Councilor of Calgary's Ward 6
Story and Video by Ryan Rumbolt | Calgary Journal
Challenger Joe Connelly had a brief lead early in the evening and it seemed that Monday night football was the biggest attraction at Pootmans victory venue -- Shillelagh's Pub.
But as the night continued, Pootmans came out on top and supporters cheered as they watched early election results roll in.
"I recognize it's huge – a majority vote, over 50 per cent support – and that comes with a significant amount of responsibility," Pootmans said of his Ward 6 win.
"I'll be continuing a very close consultation with the community associations and residents. We have a very strong communication system with our ward offices," he added.
Connelly, meanwhile, was nowhere to be seen Monday evening. Some supporters, waiting for him at Richmond Pub, eventually left when their candidate failed to show.
Both Pootmans and Connelly sparred over who deserved credit for the West LRT line, as well as other transit projects in the ward. The proposed ring road through the Tsuu T'ina Nation was also a major talking point in the ward.
