Cumberland council at their last meeting received a letter from Ulverston Avenue resident Dave Baker, who along with several neighbours oppose transit changes to Route 2 Cumberland. They do want the bus to travel from Fourth Street onto Ulverston to Seventh, which is scheduled to begin Monday. They feel the route change will create safety issues, air and noise pollution, increase litter in front of houses, decrease privacy on the streets, create wear and tear on side roads and possibly decrease property values.
"Ultimately the route should be kept to the main roads as is the current practice," Baker states.
•Council directed staff to include commercial development cost charge fees and to include a public engagement process as an amendment to the DCC bylaw, which reflects a desire of the previous council to exempt commercial developments from DCC fees.
•Ray Iwaasa and Grace Doherty of the Coal Creek Historic Park Advisory Committee appeared before council to recommend proceeding with a bridge project that will incorporate a distinct design to honour former Japanese residents. The committee has secured nearly $17,000 to construct the bridge, which will enhance the Colliery Trail. Council will make a decision at its next meeting.
•Council will permit a Comox Valley Cycle Club race May 26, pending the receipt of insurance documentation and other requirements. No racing will occur on Dunsmuir Street.
•The province is accepting nominations for Child Care Awards of Excellence until March 5. Check www.mcf.gov.bc.ca/childcare/awards/index.htm.