After reading Murray Dobbin’s last offering [“Counterpoint: Flight of Fancy”, August 24] I had the feeling that he is telling us to just “board up the town” and “turn out the lights” and keep a cold bucket of water handy to instantly throw over anyone who even hints at attempting to attract any industry of any size to our fair city. The mayor should hang his head in shame for past attempts that weren’t successful and be told never ever to deal with a business that isn’t operating out of a large office right downtown, on Howe Street preferably, with plenty of directors and promises of success. Flight of Fancy certainly seemed to be suggesting doom and gloom with little hope for the future here in Powell River. I must say that I disagree.
Logic suggests that “Corporate Canada” may prove to be somewhat difficult to attract to our humble little town and attempts to attract any industry, be it large or small and even backed by what could be called small-timers, should never be discouraged. History has proven that it can take many attempts before finally finding success and I applaud our mayor and council in their efforts to find new employers for our town. Whatever happened to the old adage: “It is far better to have tried and failed than to have never tried at all”?
I can only imagine an open door and a friendly welcome as the way to attract everyone to our fair city, be they visitors, new residents or potential new business establishments. And for those who were unable to make the connection, I feel badly for them as they missed the opportunity to live and work and do business in this friendly little city.
Jerry Eskes
Cranberry Lake
