Statement by Norman Newbery
The need to move on the MOU for the B Line LRT is now. This is a better deal than the previous MOU the was withdrawn by the Province. There is enough money available to make sure that LRT is a success. There has been design, consultations. property acquisitions and measures already taken that show public support and also will move forward the project.
I have met many naysayers in the past five years who have come around in recognition of the valuable upgrades to infrastructure that will be included.
However the most important aspect is demonstrated by the boom in building that is presently occurring in the core. The LRT construction will have the benefit of more people working from home and staying at home, which will reduce disruption of construction.
However we need look beyond any minor difficulties to the benefit to the whole city of having a more vibrant downtown that really works. The LRT will draw more people out of their cars and will promote a more compact, urban form. Tax rolls will increase city revenues and Infrastructure deficits will shrink.
Please do the right thing and support this project.
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