BringbackBridgeStreet pop-uppark

Editor:

I was disheartened to hear that the City of Delta has decided to forego the popular pop-up park on Bridge Street due to a couple of complaints about the temporary loss of street parking

As a resident of Ladner Village, I believe this decision is a significant loss for our community this summer.

Pop-up parks have become an integral part of Ladner Village’s identity, providing a fun and engaging atmosphere for both locals and tourists.

These temporary installations have the power to transform ordi- nary spaces into vibrant gathering places that bring people together, promoting social interaction and community cohesion.

The Bridge Street location, in particular, has been a favorite among residents and visitors alike. Its central location and charming surroundings make it the perfect spot for families to relax, enjoy a picnic, or engage in various outdoor activities. By relocating it to the periphery of the Village, we are minimizing these opportunities.

While I understand the importance of parking, it seems shortsighted to prioritize it over the creation of community spaces that foster social connections and promote well-being. The temporary loss of a few parking spaces seems a small price to pay for the benefits that pop-up parks bring to our community.

Therefore, I strongly encourage the City of Delta officials to reconsider their decision and find a way to make the Bridge Street pop-up park happen Let’s continue to prioritize the creation of vibrant public spaces that bring our community together.

Jordon Miller

It’s all just smoke and mirrors

Editor:

Re: Ladner Village redevelopment proposal redesigned.

If Delta council actually believes six-storeys can be made to look like four-storeys by softening the colour palette, adding a bit of brick and using optical, illusion glass awnings to reduce “ perceived massing,” I know of Florida swampland I’d like to sell you for a good price and free optical illusion glasses for you!

As for getting true facts from the developer at the April 4 committee of the whole meeting, the developer said one thing about parking and the architect said something completely different i.e. parking would be allowed on Bridge St , parking will not be allowed on the north side.

It seems like an ever shifting mass of truths and untruths to get at the real facts

Too bad only two councillors dared to speak up about this development, while four others said not a word and the mayor was not at the meeting.

Doug Reynolds

Wish I could get a raise like that

Editor:

Re: Council pay raise approved (Optimist, April 6)

Well done everyone. As a retiree I wished I could self-approve an increase in salary from 13.60 per cent to 18 40 per cent

“in the face of changing circumstances, including shifts in cost-of-living becoming a barrier to participation.”

Well done Sandor Gyarmati, you must have been a student of Dickens

Ian Jacques, as editor you must have authority over the newspaper ’ s content, as I laud you on your opinion cartoon showing only $15,000 wage increases for MP’s in the same issue.

Clive Dixon