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Council briefs highlight brief Oct meeting and reports
The October 16 council meeting was brief due to an all candidates event. Councillor Pucks reviewed the five year plan. North Access Road widening is complete with line painting and culvert work underway. Councillor Nicholson reported on the Regional District and a Regional Transportation Workshop and noted a Fare Share Program potential impact from Chetwynd Pulp shutdown. Councillor Cunningham noted two local tax concerns for on reserve equipment off reserve use and first nations retail taxation, plus his Rural and Remote Health Care Policy round table attendance. Remarks covered Tim Catton’s renewal as Chair, potential rises in doctor fees, data on women's health in Peace River, and signage issues affecting 911 responders. The District received notice from Western Canadian Coal Corp about Burnt River and West Brazion projects, with drilling expected this month.
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Thanks for Accepting Me Into Your Beautiful Country
Vic Gouldie of Hudson's Hope voices concern over immigration policy and the balance between hospitality and control in Canada. He asks readers where to draw the line before democratic systems are overwhelmed, referencing the 9 11 disaster and a plea for boundaries.
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