Judge promises quick conclusion in Elaine Moore appointment challenge

A legal challenge of the controversial appointment of Elaine Moore to Brampton’s city council commenced on Thursday (June 30, 2022). Moore, a retired Wards 1 & 5 Councillor and critic of Mayor Brown received six of eleven council votes to replace Councillor Charmaine Williams in Wards 7 and 8. The decision was made contrary to the advice of the City Solicitor and City Clerk as the seat was not vacant at the time of the appointment.