Proposed rec centre and other capital projects

A lot of people have been talking to me already about their concerns with some of the capital projects that the Town is considering.  As you probably know, I feel that we should undertake tax-supported debt only for essential items.  I also feel that we should think very carefully about alternative approaches before we consider adding new structures and facilities.  I hope you'll support that point of view on election day.

But even before the election, you can -- and should -- have your say on the Town's proposed capital projects by going to www.banff.ca and filling out the community satisfaction survey.  There's a whole section on capital projects such as the rec/community centre, the pedestrian bridge, another parkade, etc etc.  For each one, you get to say whether you "strongly approve", "approve", "disapprove", "strongly disapprove".

The survey is easy, even fun, to complete.  It will only take you 10 minutes!  And I know that the new council will be looking at the results with a great deal of interest as they plan for next year's budget and program.