Letters

With regard to “Group makes plea for safety as kids head back to school,” there needs to be a shared responsibility by all – motorists, cyclists, pedestrians and others.

One of these days, one of these unlawful bridge closing actions is going to result in the death of somebody’s loved one, because first responders could not get through the chaos to do their vital jobs. This nonsense must end, and our mayor and council must condemn it immediately and unequivocally.

We are stuck in a cycle, and that’s not a good thing. I’ve heard some parents are afraid to let their kids walk or bike to school because there are too many cars. In consequence, they drive their kids to school…and the cycle repeats. We know our schools weren’t built to handle so many cars and they often need to close or restrict their drop-off loops, if they have one.

I was disappointed by Mayor Stew Young’s comments, particularly his tone and choice of language. I have been a homeowner in Langford for 15 years (long enough for my opinion to be considered legitimate by Mr. Young?) and certainly do not live in a “$2 million” house – maybe 30 per cent of that figure.

In regards to the article “Mayor committed to density to Langford’s core.”

As the year rolls along and we rapidly barrel towards fall and winter, it’s once again time to ponder the start of a new year.

This letter is in regards to the complete lack of concern from Mayor Stew Young and council for residents of the community over the increased development in Langford.

The bulletin board in front of the Lutheran Church on Cedar Hill and Cedar Hill Cross Road recently had the following message: “Thank you Brian for your gift of music.”

In regards to the article “Mayor committed to density to Langford’s core.” First off, no one is saying we should not have development in Langford.

In response to Mayor Stew Young’s comments in the Aug. 25 Goldstream Gazette calling citizens opposed to development “naysayers,” the citizens in the neighbourhood of the Millstream proposal understand the need for increased density. We have been taxpayers for many years and have contributed to the economy for Langford and deserve a retraction of this statement.