Fortini said he is also accused of misrepresenting election contributions, which he dismisses as a simple error of memory while speaking to a member of the media.

“I swore an oath, and when residents ask me I’m going to say what I feel. And I just feel the way the process was done, it was done very unfairly,” he added.

Fortini says he believes transparency remains an issue, and that he’s heard from many constituents who don’t believe the public was properly and sufficiently consulted on the deal.

In addition, he also believes the city paid too much for the clubhouse, and that the deal could end up costing Brampton taxpayers even more when it comes time to return the golf course back to a natural green space.

“I’m not going to sit here and lie for anyone. It’s was a bad deal. It was overpaid,” Fortini told The Brampton Guardian, adding too many unknowns remain for his comfort.

“We don’t know what the renovation is. So, I asked ‘what’s the renovation?’ Well, how can you figure out the amount? (I didn’t get a list) that said ‘we’re going to move the kitchen, we’re going to this, we’re gonna knock the pool down. I don’t know,” said Fortini.

“They said ‘renovation.’ I was never informed what the (planned) renovations are,” he said.

While Miles would not comment on the integrity commissioner complaint, she did respond to questions surrounding the purchase of the Riverstone clubhouse.

“My communication with Brampton residents for the most part has been very positive. Residents have voiced their appreciation and are relieved that the facility will not be torn down and redeveloped. I have received many emails and had phone conversations thanking me for my support,” said Miles in an emailed response.

“Council asked staff to look at the acquisition, do its due diligence and report back to council with a recommendation. It took a year of negotiations for them to reach what I consider a very good deal, that was presented to council.”

“I believe in a very short time Riverstone will be a vibrant, active community hub unique to our city. A place where people of all ages can gather and enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities,” she added.

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