Editor:
The mayor says transportation, transit and a replacement for the George Massey Tunnel are some of the issues she wants to see resolved for Delta. Perspective is based on values, but one could question whether the values of the mayor reflect the values of the community and how Delta's citizens want their tax dollars spent?
The cost for the bridge to replace the tunnel is said to be $3 billion, which could build 30 100-bed hospitals at a cost of $100 million each.
Delta Hospital is currently outdated, underfunded, understaffed and requires modernization to meet the existing needs of the community. More budget cuts are anticipated.
The population of Delta is projected to grow. The new developments that include the Southlands, TFN housing, two huge malls, roads, rail and port expansions will increase the population. Common sense would indicate building one large modern hospital in Delta with appropriate services might be more of a priority than building a bridge.
The priorities of the citizens of Delta may differ from the priorities of the mayor.
This is worthy of consideration when it comes time to vote in the November civic election.
Perhaps we need a new perspective on Delta council. Perhaps we need a new council.
S. Stunder
