Rick Chiarelli was allowed to participate in the discussion on the integrity commissioner's first report about his misconduct in July, but not vote. "Councillor Rick Chiarelli looks forward to his day in court and a fair, legitimate process where both sides are heard and evidence is tested," said the statement. Integrity commissioner Robert Marleau is recommending that Rick Chiarelli be stripped of many of his powers as councillor. According to the report, Chiarelli said the man was so embarrassed he agreed to volunteer for the office. (City of Ottawa Integrity Commissioner's report)When one staff member quit, Chiarelli told other staffers repeatedly he'd make sure she never became a police officer — the woman's ultimate ambition.

Source: CBC News November 20, 2020 21:59 UTC