... did you know that this plan includes building tall condo towers on this waterfront property? Did you know that almost none of this property is slated for public park and greenspace protection for future generations?

Mayor Krog and Nanaimo City Councillors, I’m concerned about starting immediate work on extending Front Street into our south downtown waterfront, 1 Port Drive.

I ask that you take the time you need to set your priorities and establish your Council’s direction for the short and mid-term, and direct City Staff to not proceed with work at 1 Port Drive.

My concerns are: this work proceeding — 

Before you’ve been able to act on your resolve to establish a new government to government relationship with the Snuneymuxw First Nation;

• Before you’ve had a chance to review and consider a “complete street” redesign of Front Street before it’s extended through the waterfront lands;
• Before you’ve had a chance to review the Port Drive Master Plan and are satisfied that it promises the highest possible public-good outcome now and for future Nanaimo generations.

Please take the time to get this right. Let’s build on the good work done to date and create a new urban waterfront neighbourhood that we and future generations can be proud of.

Sincerely
Frank Murphy

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