Arguing the cul-de-sac debacle on legal grounds does little to address the elephant in the room [“City of Powell River has two courses of action to deal with Hemlock Street loop,” December 7].
This is as much an ethical issue as it is a legal one.
Those who were to benefit took a calculated risk that the infraction would go unnoticed or hidden in the application to have the land rezoned for the Sino Bright school.
The gamble did not pay out and they are left holding the bag, ethically if not legally.
Ironically, in the last issue of the Peak was an article focused on a plan to initiate a restorative justice model of conflict resolution in Powell River [“PREP proposes justice centre,” December 7].
This process allows for those involved in a dispute to make restitution that serves to strengthen community and restore public confidence. It seems that this is exactly what we need going forward.
The two options outlined by council will result in a general loss of confidence in our leadership. How can we trust those who hide behind a legal loophole at the cost of a half million dollars to lead us as a community?
Time to let go of old political maneuvering and take responsibility, as a business and as a leader. Those working the front lines to improve quality of life in Powell River deserve nothing less.
Maureen Mason
Cranberry Street
