Vancouver mayor Gregor Robertson, pictured above after being elected for a second term, called the conflict of interest suit against him "bizarre" and "disappointing" in a statement Saturday.A political rival has launched a civil lawsuit against Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson for alleged conflict of interest.
Cedar Party mayoral candidate Glen Chernen and nine other Vancouver residents filed the suit Friday, claiming Robertson benefited from leasing a city building to the social media company Hootsuite.
It alleges he "attended a meeting, participated in discussions, attempted to influence voting, and voted on a matter" in which he had a direct or indirect financial interest.
Robertson called the claims "bizarre" and "disappointing."
"As mayor, I'm very proud of the strong local tech companies that are investing in Vancouver, and city hall will continue to support the new jobs they are creating in our city's growing economy," said Robertson in a statement.
The suit aims to have Robertson removed from office before the civic elections in November.
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