Editor:
Re: Compromise needed to end this divisive chapter in Delta history, Community
Comment, Sept. 14
Why does Doug Husband, a former Delta mayor, take it upon himself to summarize the Spetifore land history, and then conclude, with bias, that Delta needs to compromise?
Journalism is like Lady Justice, a blindfold: you cannot take a position, you must present the facts and let your readers form their own opinions.
As a 20-year-plus Tsawwassen resident, I have witnessed the past hearings, seen the community rise in protest, speak eloquently and defend what they stand for. We don't need someone like Husband dictating our conscience.
Let me draw an analogy.
Let's say Chip Wilson, founder and owner of Lululemon, hypothetically has an opportunity to purchase Stanley Park in Vancouver with plans to turn it into a theme park. He proceeds to make application and presents to city hall exciting and well thought out long-term goals for the area with high-end architect plans, etc.
The residents of Vancouver would organize and rise in protest to protect what is a treasured Vancouver landmark. Even though Wilson gives generously to the Vancouver community, he still does not have the right to develop as he chooses.
Therefore, the owner of the Spetifore land has a few options: keep applying for approval; maintain the property as is; try to sell it; or donate it to the community.
The Spetifore land is Tsawwassen's Stanley Park. There is nothing in the surrounding area that compares with its natural beauty.
The community is well aware of the philanthropic nature of the Hodgins family, but if one can compare wealthy individuals, so are Warren Buffett and Bill Gates, who have donated their wealth to charity, not land development.
And a goodnight to you, Doug.
Kerry Schreiner
