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Delta must preserve what farmland remains

Editor: Century Group still does not seem to understand the fact the vast majority of the residents of Tsawwassen do not want to see the Southlands developed - period - full stop.

Surplus to spare pain for a year

I suspect they didn't have much choice. The bad news is that Delta school trustees are facing a $2 million deficit for the next school year.

Tunnel opened door that changed Delta forever

Editor: Recent letters to the editor and comments by yourself maligning the George Massey Tunnel as being a disgrace, antiquated and inadequate require a reply.

It can be difficult to co-exist when living life on the edge

Recent news that land options have been negotiated between Highway 17 and Deltaport Way isn't really news per se. Many within the community have been aware of these recent transactions and negotiations for a couple of years.

Implement poll tax in place of property levy

Editor: Re: Municipal finances at a point we're due for a tax decrease, Community Comment, April 6 There is very little municipalities can do to control property tax rates since it is their primary source of revenue and are not permitted to post a de

Huntington applauded for letting constituents know about farm options

Editor: Re: Industrial plans for farmland, April 6 Thank goodness for Vicki Huntington. She is not afraid to stand up and confront the serious issues. I doubt that many of us would have known about these secret negotiations without her speaking out.

Cummins more than a spoiler

It was less than a year ago that longtime Delta MP John Cummins took the reins of the B.C. Conservative Party.

Solution for tunnel begins with much better transit

Editor: Re: Lots of letters, but no solution for tunnel, letter to the editor, April 4 Krishna Sangara Hayle's letter and frustration along with many, many other drivers going through the highly congested George Massey Tunnel desperately needs a solu

It might not be photo-op worthy, but tunnel lighting needs work

Editor: After being injured in the George Massey Tunnel last year, I have pointed out deficiencies in this tunnel's design. The existing lighting and approaches are inadequate and do not conform to modern guidelines. Visit www.tincuongthanh.

River crossing on drawing board 40 years ago

Editor: In 1972 I was a Grade 10 student at Delta Secondary. As a project for our social studies class, a group of us were to look at traffic problem areas in Delta.
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