Opinion

Re: Farmstand operator scrutinizes Sooke’s proposed business licence bylaw ( Online , March 24)

Re: Council falls short on decisions and actions ( Letters , March 25)

Turkey Head and the surrounding marine area, including that area north of the marina to Cattle Point, is one of the most spectacular environments to be found in any city, and the status quo is not acceptable.

Given the sky-high cost of new builds, housing diversity that includes duplexes, townhouses and low-rises cannot address the needs of families and singles who have been priced out of the market.

The B.C. government is calling for a balanced approach to the management of old growth forests. Over 97 per cent of B.C.’s original old growth has been logged. Protecting the remaining less than three per cent would be a small step towards balance.

I think it is important to realize that having a mental illness is not a crime, nor does it mean that people with them will become criminals. Sometimes it is more of a social misunderstanding. People with mental illnesses can still be a big asset to society. Society should show more compassion for the mentally ill.

Thanks to Wolf Depner for his article ‘ German lexicon grows by 1,200 words .’ Mark Twain was stretching a point to say that only the dead have time to study German. I studied it for a year in university, and continue to dabble.

In light of a number of news stories about drivers having their vehicles impounded for travelling at excessive speeds through Saanich (see: Driver going 178 km/h on Pat Bay Highway slapped with hefty fine, week-long impound), it’s clear that we must continue our work towards achieving Vision Zero, including reducing speed limits on residential streets to 30km/h.

As a dog owner in Saanich I can fully understand the banning of dogs from tennis courts as it is frustrating seeing an unwanted deposit on the ground.

I’m so pleased that Thrifty’s continues to sanitize their grocery carts, ensures safe distancing is maintained in the store, and does a super job in looking after their customers. I think their good work should be mentioned in your paper.