Winnipeg council makes adjustments following Scott Gillingham resignation

Winnipeg city council has made some adjustments following the resignation of Coun. Scott Gillingham.

“After yesterday’s resignation of Councillor Scott Gillingham, I am pleased to announce role changes for Councillor Jeff Browaty and Councillor Markus Chambers,” said Mayor Brian Bowman in a statement.

“I would like to thank both Councillors for agreeing to take on more responsibility in their service to Winnipeggers.”

Coun. Chambers will become the new Chairperson for the Standing Policy Committee on Innovation and Economic Development and Coun. Browaty will become the new Chairperson for the Standing Policy Committee on Finance.

“I would like to thank Councillor Gillingham for his steady and collaborative approach as Chair of Finance over the past five years,” said Mayor Bowman.

“His efforts have been especially appreciated during the global pandemic and in establishing Winnipeg’s first-ever multi-year balanced budget process.”