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Originally Posted by Harrison
So many in the city have a staunch anti-development stance for any land in or near the River Valley, so we shouldn't expect much to happen until those peoples' opinions change.
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For me its not some much not doing development but what type. I love adding coffee and patios along the river. Full housing developments that are not historic locations a definite no. The prairie Sky project is a yes and should swing through the full valley.
I would love to skate on Whitemud creek again but without damaging the ecosystem I don't see this ever happening.
This past year I have noticed a great increase in the user numbers of the valley. Just need some amenities.
I recently finished a 100km bike ride through the valley on my road bike. There are lots of areas to develop, And then riding on my mountain bike and working with EMBA, you see how much wild we do have as well.
When I was rowing every summer I was pretty militant about no development. but now when I ride or take the new dog for a walk I see the benefits of some development.