City of Powell River clerk Chris Jackson met with Seaboard Hotels agent Jack Barr on April 4. Seaboard owns the former Inn at Westview, which stands derelict in the centre of town.
According to Jackson, Barr stated he is working on possible opportunities that would enable redevelopment of the property and one of them will be more certain near the end of April.
Meanwhile, the city is proceeding with enforcement of the remediation order to demolish the building. Former City of Nanaimo manager of bylaw, regulation and security Rod Davidson has been contracted to provide overall project management.
Barr also stated that he understands the city’s position and will remain cooperative with the remediation process, according to Jackson.
Environmental assessments and engineering reports remain confidential.
