Medicine Hat mayor launches legal action in effort to reverse council’s sanctions
Medicine Hat Mayor Linnsie Clark has launched legal action in an attempt to reverse city council’s decision to take her powers away and expects to be in court by summer.
“I do not agree with the decision of council and I am seeking judicial review,” Clark said Wednesday as she addressed supporters and the media in front of city hall.
“That process will take several months and I will stand by that decision,” Clark continued, adding she hopes council removes its sanctions voluntarily before using taxpayer money for legal fees.
Council voted unanimously to remove Clark’s ability to chair meetings, set the agenda and other mayoral duties on March 21, saying she broke its code of conduct.