Coun. Sean Chu allowed on deputy mayor roster; Gondek remains opposed
Council voted 13-2 in favour of next year's deputy mayor roster, which will see Chu serve in the role in February 2025
by Scott Strasser · Calgary HeraldFor the first time this term, Ward 4 Coun. Sean Chu will have the opportunity to serve as Calgary’s deputy mayor — much to the chagrin of Mayor Jyoti Gondek.
At their yearly organizational meeting Tuesday, council voted 13-2 in favour of the deputy mayor roster for 2025, which will see Chu serve in the role in February.
Calgary’s deputy mayor operates on a rotating schedule each month. Councillors take turns in the role by chairing council meetings in Gondek’s absence and attending public events on her behalf.