RECOGNITIONS
Chair of Audit Committee - Councillor Evan Woolley
Councillor Woolley advised that this was his final meeting and reflected on his eight years of service on the Audit Committee, of which six he served as Committee Chair. He spoke highly of the expertise of Administration, the tremendous contributions of the City Auditor’s Office, the incredible stewardship of Finance and the valuable insights received from Deloitte LLP. Councillor Woolley thanked all members of the Audit Committee and recognized public members, Lori Caltagirone, Karen Kim and Michael Lambert, for their incredible technical advice. He thanked Corrie Smillie, Executive Advisor for her support throughout his term.
Mayor Nenshi observed that Councillor Woolley served on Audit Committee and Council with distinction. His leadership and contributions to The City of Calgary have been extraordinary. The Mayor congratulated him on an impressive job and thanked him for his service.
Citizen members Lori Caltagirone, Karen Kim and Michael Lambert of Audit Committee recognized Councillor Woolley’s leadership, intellectual curiosity, as well as his strength, courage and wisdom.
Trevor Nakka, Deloitte LLP observed that Councillor Woolley led the Audit Committee with courage resulting in significant achievements during his tenure.
A presentation was made of a small plaque from Audit Committee inscribed with the words “Nothing happens until someone makes it happen” and “Evan Woolley, Thank you for your strength, courage and wisdom. City of Calgary Audit Committee 2013-2021”.
City Auditor - Katharine Palmer
Councillor Woolley recognized and thanked Katharine Palmer, City Auditor for her extraordinary service to The City over the last eight years. He spoke of Katharine’s leadership, relationship building and incredible contributions in the areas of governance, finance and strategy. Councillor Woolley appreciated her practical approach and sense of humour and wished her all the best in her retirement.
Mayor Nenshi thanked Katharine for her service and expressed his appreciation for her tremendous contributions to The City of Calgary.
Katharine Palmer thanked Councillor Woolley, Mayor Nenshi and the Audit Committee for their support and ensuring an effective Audit Committee over the past eight years. Kathy stated it has been a true pleasure to work with Administration and the City Manager. She expressed that working with her team in the City Auditor’s Office has been the highlight of her career.