Opinion

'The as yet untold mental-health impact on teachers, children, and the community of COVID fears, and the revolving door in and out of isolation many endured, is hopefully nearing its end.'

It's time for city council to take a hard look at what is really necessary for the next few years and put some of the “nice to have” projects on the back burner for a couple of years.

'Unfortunately, our provincial government, in a typical government way, provided us with the idea of replacing the RCMP with a provincial police force with no explanation as to why this was being considered, what are the benefits, how will the transition take place, and what will it cost the taxpayer?'

'Your quick actions and collective care made a huge difference'

'Investments in recreation and cultural events (and related facilities), powwows, tournaments, community gardens, community halls, farmers markets, outdoor festivals, and winter carnivals are being left to the non-profits to scrounge for and compete for crumbs of money.'

'If you have kids in sports today, are you modeling the character traits you want your kids to develop? What will your legacy be?'

'Citizens should finally have a clearer picture when the report is released this week, however, they’ve been left little time to digest it, let alone prepare to speak to it at council. The taxpayers, who will be on the hook for up to $33.75 million, are owed that opportunity.'

'The city’s own third-party operational review made it clear the city should “re-evaluate its role in direct service delivery” and “explore alternate methods for service delivery.” That's exactly what this project represents.'

'A facility located in St. Albert and paid for with taxpayer dollars should remain under the control of city residents, not handed over to a private organization which can act with impunity.'

'A special thanks to the folks who helped my wife after she injured herself on Aug. 12'