Dear Editor:
We look forward to the Committee of the Whole Meeting on Oct. 25 to hear the discussion on the long-awaited costs relating to infrastructure and upgrading for electrical, sewer, water, roads, etc., on Lark’s proposed mega development for Banks Crescent.
The November 2016 presentation by the former planner showed only the plus side and financial gains, we are anxious to see the costs.
Whether you are for or against the proposed development, taxpayers in Summerland will ultimately bear any shortfall and should attend this meeting to get the facts and be informed.
As council continues the fact-finding mission to help make a decision on Lark’s application, and before calling for a public hearing, please refer to the Jan. 23, 2017 staff recommendation and council resolution, which stated, “the hatchery issues be addressed before proceeding with other issues.”
These concerns have not been addressed at the present time that we are aware of.
In fact, Kyle Girgan, manager of Summerland Trout Hatchery read Council his statement on Aug. 14, 2017 that the proposal as it stands, cannot be supported by the Freshwater Fisheries Society of B.C.
Orv and Barbara Robson
Summerland