Opinion

This letter was copied to The Chief for publication. When GAS first came to my attention I thought that Cat Lake was the main issue, but I have since learned so much more about the project, the issues and the men who are promoting it.

One of the oddest things I read this week was a comment in the Vancouver Sun attributing the increased cougar sightings in the community to the Olympics.

My legs beg to differ, along with Gonzo's skinny little dented chest, but I don't think Test of Metal weekend could have been better. Thanks to all the organizers, volunteers and fans who were involved.

Has the Squamish Sustainability Corporation passed its "best before" date? Seven years ago the concept sounded great on paper. Woodfibre was in the throes of being mothballed and business was not exactly booming at the top of Howe Sound.

I was disappointed with Council's spot rezoning of a single family property on Rhum and Eigg to permit the building of a duplex.

Every year thousands of new gardeners discover the joy of gardening. They clear soil, make beds and wait for green beauty to surround them. It's all good fun until the weeds show up - and show up they do, usually in mass.

The tourist season is now beginning and as a long time Squamish resident, I would like to comment on our Adventure Centre. We are lucky to have such a visible and unique building to provide an overview of our tourist attractions.

Residents of North Yards are fighting to keep their family homes and neighbourhood residential. In 2004, four properties were classified as Industrial (I-8) in the Official Community Plan.

Canada Day celebrations on July 1 get underway at 10:30 a.m.

I am sick and tired of seeing you smokers throwing your cigarette butts down covert drains, on sidewalks, in planters, along the side of roads, in our lakes and rivers.