Editor: Well, I just finished emailing my written submission to Delta council opposing the Southlands application. While I'm glad that chore is out of the way, I must say it ticks me off that I have to take time out of my day, yet again, to defend my position on the issue of land development.
I'm tired of being badgered by those behind the greed-induced land developments that continue to erode the character of South Delta. From the infill development that's stripping neighbourhoods like Beach
Grove of their charm, to the over development at Tsawwassen Springs and now the Southlands application for another 950 residential units, I'm fed up. The densification taking place on this tiny peninsula is pushing us closer and closer to the likes of nearby municipalities like Surrey and Richmond, where high density and busy roadways have become the community feel.
It's simply too many people, too many cars and not enough space to avoid becoming another claustrophobic suburb of Vancouver.
I don't need fact sheets or glossy handouts to influence my opinion. I know a good thing when I see it... and South Delta is it, just the way it is.
I encourage everybody to weigh in on this matter, whether you attend the public hearing or simply send a letter to council. Let's put this to rest for once and for all.
And, hopefully, if this application is defeated, the developer will take no for an answer this time and let us live in peace.
Liz Gough
