Hello, Ward 6,
As the year draws to a close, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and community spirit. This year’s water main break demonstrated Calgarians’ ability to adapt and showed how we can come together to face adversity. I know it was a challenging time for all of us and your cooperation made a difference in helping us address the situation as effectively as possible.
Looking back on 2024, the team members at the Ward 6 office are pleased to be your advocates, working with both your community and the City Administration. Some things that our office was asked to advocate for this past year were increased public safety, the Sarcee Trail Bow Trail Functional Planning Study, and continued collaboration with developers and community members to shape our communities.
One of Council’s priorities this year was rezoning for housing. This was a measure to help address the ever-increasing pressures of the population growth that Calgary is facing. I believe that the rezoning for housing will be a powerful tool to address urban challenges while creating a more vibrant, accessible, and sustainable Calgary.
In October, I was selected to sit on six Council committees/boards. I will continue my work on the Audit Committee to ensure effective governance and compliance at the City. I will also remain on Intergovernmental Affairs and the Calgary Metropolitan Region board. Sitting on both boards means I will maintain a participative role in shaping policies and ensuring Calgary’s interests are represented in regional and provincial plans and decisions.
During this holiday season, I hope you find joy and connection with your family and friends. Let us celebrate our shared achievements and look forward to a new year filled with opportunities and hope. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
Sincerely,
Richard Pootmans
Ward 6 – Councillor Richard Pootmans proudly serves the following Communities: Aspen Estates, Aspen Woods, Christie Park, Coach Hill, Cougar Ridge, Discovery Ridge, Glamorgan, Glenbrook, Glendale, Medicine Hill, Patterson, Signal Hill, Springbank Hill, Strathcona, Wentworth, West Springs, Westgate
