Concerns and questions on Rivers recreation complex plan
Jessie Bell of Rivers raises strong questions about the proposed $65 million recreation complex. She cites private property purchases, downtown site suitability, parking needs, and ongoing tax impact with a public hearing planned March 22 at Rivers Legion Hall to seek town council answers.
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Town faces 15 year debt plan amid tax fears and critic remarks
Resident voices concern over a 219000 debt for a small town with 2500 residents and potential tax hikes under a proposed 15 year plan. Calls out perceived favoritism toward a train station and NHL rink while contrasting nearby towns with more attractions.
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Rivers residents oppose multi facilities plan for rink complex
Morris Mylrea of Rivers urges rejection of Local Improvement Plan No 2010 01 arguing the project adds NHL sized ice surface a fitness centre lounge and smart room without needed accommodations or support. He cites rising costs and competing towns building new complexes with hotels and fears debt burden on ratepayers.
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Rivers lagoon pollution call to action urges funding plan
Marlin Beever of Rivers calls on the town council and Manitoba province to address a lagoon leak contaminating the Little Saskatchewan River. He cites December 2008 water testing, argues for a shared funding timeline, and urges Federal and provincial support beyond existing reserves.
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