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Parks Board – No Net Loss of Greenspace
We were disappointed that that the majority of Parks Board members chose not to support a motion by Commissioner Spencer Herbert to ensure “No Net Loss of Greenspace.” Given the increasing pressures of development, and the fact that more people... Continue reading »
EcoDensity – Public Consultation and Media
There’ll be more consultation on the City’s EcoDensity project, following a presentation to City Council last week. From the subsequent press-release that was sent out on November 30: “On November 27, 2007, Council received a progress report on EcoDensity and... Continue reading »
Restorative Justice Week 2007: RJ & “Free Space”
Restorative Justice Week 2007 On November 21 Mayor Sullivan Issued an Official Proclamation for Restorative Justice Week. It was affirming nod to a more collaborative, community-building alternative to the current justice system. “RJ,” as one local organization defines it, “seeks... Continue reading »
Reinstate Third-Party Appeals – taking community-based planning to the Supreme Court
For over forty years Vancouver citizens have lawfully been making appeals of decisions of the Planning Department to the Board of Variance. This democratic right was wiped out in a 2005 BC Supreme Court ruling pertaining to Salisbury Garden in... Continue reading »
Vancouver Heritage Foundation Board � Volunteers Needed
Vancouver Heritage Foundation Board – Volunteers Needed The City of Vancouver is seeking volunteers from the general public for positions on the Vancouver Heritage Foundation Board. The deadline for applications is January 31, 2008. The City ad notes: All appointments... Continue reading »