Dear Editor,
Notwithstanding the potential sinking of the Annapolis in Halkett Bay, the actual sinking and beaching of sailboats during the past few weeks in Mannion Bay and another stray dock on the beach at the Cape, the January 16 Undercurrent gave us many good reasons to “buoy” our spirits, not the least of which is the wonderful Snug Cove Garden Gateway project.
Council’s unanimous approval for the “gateway” initiative, which won’t cost the Bowen taxpayers anything, was a nice way to start off their new term. Getting the Bowen Pub rezoning back on track was also nice to see. Hopefully good news on the library expansion is next.
My spirits were further buoyed by the First Credit Union’s tasteful “with thanks” display ad on Michael Kaile’s resignation as a FCU director due to his election as a councillor. Yes indeed, the community will benefit from his no nonsense business experience; analytical mind; communication skills and keen desire to progressively move our community forward in a sustainable manner. You can bank on that!
I suggest we set aside our annual concerns for the flu. We have another epidemic to worry about, in a most positive way, as it appears the Bowen Island Community Foundation’s Vital Conversations Summer 2014 workshop is causing an outbreak of enthusiasm and support for some wonderful, much needed initiatives in the community. Here’s hoping the respectful discourse continues, perhaps while sitting at the proposed Snug Cove Garden Gateway!
Sincerely,
Bruce Russell
