Alberta city sues fired mayor, councillors alleging $650K in 'improper' spending

The City of Chestermere is suing its fired mayor and councillors for more than $650,000, alleging "improper" spending by the four men on parties, alcohol, a private investigator, a personal piano move and surveillance equipment to spy on a co-worker. 

Alberta city sues fired mayor, councillors alleging $650K in 'improper' spending
Pictured are Stephen Hanley, Mel Foat, Jeff Colvin and Blaine Funk, the four members of Chestermere city council who were dismissed last November.

The City of Chestermere is suing its fired mayor and councillors for more than $650,000, alleging "improper" spending by the four men on parties, alcohol, a private investigator, a personal piano move and surveillance equipment to spy on a co-worker.