Opinion

These letter was copied to The Chief for publication. Mayor and councillors, I was very distressed when I first heard the news that Garibaldi at Squamish is so close to being a reality.

The buck-passing has gone on long enough. Someone has to answer for the leaky condos threatening to cause homelessness, and already causing despair. Marina Estates residents are the latest B.C.

As a mother of a newborn, I worry about my daughter's future. My partner and I came to Squamish in large part because of the area's astounding beauty and our great love for the outdoors.

As you are no doubt aware, local developer Diamond Head Land Company plans to build an expansive subdivision along Plateau Drive in Valleycliffe.

Water is the lifeline of all living things. Brohm River is listed as the fifth most threatened river, and we need to preserve our water and should only be used as a park. I use this area for my plant and herb gathering.

My Test of Metal trials began long before close to 2,000 legs chugged and churned over classic local trails.

I think it's a travesty and a crying shame that the media has virtually ignored the passing of one of music's biggest pop icons.

If Mr. Bob Kusch is saying that $11,500 is incurred for weekend maintenance (garbage cleanup) during tournament season, then maybe an increase in user fees could offset some of these costs. But if Mr.

The out-of-control development in Squamish is taking its toll on our community. Wild animals, like cougars, are being stressed as more habitat is levelled.

So, council wants to butt right into the estuary, eh? ["Say no to 7th Ave." The Chief, letters, June 19.