Government begins work on Citizen's Assembly in British Columbia
Victoria reports the government moves toward an electoral reform citizens' assembly with Gordon Gibson to draft recommendations. The plan includes a jury-like random selection, cross section representation, hearings across B C, and a referendum option if changes are proposed for the May 2005 general election. Gibson to set size, chairing, staff, guidelines, timetable, and constitutional compatibility. A government site will provide assembly information.
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Rail debate highlights northern need and coastal costs
Alberta reps urge rail use in the north as terrain mirrors the region and the Rural Roads Task Force grows expertise for a forthcoming presentation. Houley notes conference worries about costly transportation upgrades in the Lower Mainland like Sea-to-Sky to Whistler, potentially draining the budget. Fedderly praises government appetite for public input while urging Ottawa to fulfill infrastructure commitments.
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