Vox Populi

Editor: I read with interest three related articles in the April 3 Rocky Mountain Outlook. First, the proposed new transportation plan for Canmore has identified two activity streets where “a very heavy preference is given to pedestrians.” Fantastic.

Editor: I am submitting a letter to the editor in support of the Beaver Street development proposed by Caribou Properties. I have heard much about this topic, but sadly I have not heard anyone in favour of it.

Editor: I was happy to see the article about charitable giving in your March 27 issue. Philanthropy and charitable giving are a critical element of our society, contributing to every aspect of our local, regional, national and global well-being.

Editor: Re: Sell the old library (March 20, Letters to the editor). What a great idea. Doesn’t council realize you can’t always have what you would like to? Jean Elliott, Canmore

Editor: Re: Businesses brace for labour shortage (March 27 RMO). So the mayor believes the only thing Banff has to offer is “lifestyle.

Editor: It’s sad for me to see the Town of Banff moving towards pay parking. The Town is arguing that traffic congestion needs to be controlled and that paying for parking will make more parking available.

Editor: During a recent conversation about pay parking in Banff, it was brought to my attention that the town of Sauble Beach, Ont.

Editor: Re: Sell the old library (letters, March 20). Finally, a voice of reason. But will the town council and administration listen? Frances Robinson, Canmore

Editor: I have read all the articles on creek flooding and none have said anything about early control of the snowpack in the higher altitudes.

Editor: Re: Bad Time For Grading, RMO, March 13. This letter is intended as a public acknowledgement of the thank you that I owe to Marc Breau, Town of Banff streets supervisor. Thank you for responding to my action request, No.