Valley 'leaders' ask Clark to approve Jumbo

By Ian Cobb,

A group of Columbia Valley “community leaders,” comprised of elected officials, formerly elected officials and business owners/managers, is urging by Premier Christy Clark to approve the Jumbo Glacier Resort project.

In a June 26 letter the group urges Clark “to finalize” the process and allow for the construction of the proposed Jumbo Glacier Resort project.

“We, community leaders in the Columbia Valley, urge you and your colleagues to finalize the Jumbo Glacier Resort process. Voters here need to see action from their government. This shovel-ready project is tailor made to demonstrate that you intend to achieve jobs for families here in rural British Columbia as well as in coastal shipyards and northern mines.

You inspire us to look outwards to Asia, and the opportunities to serve their growing middle class people who want what we have to offer. We are writing to urge you to take action on these priorities, in the interest of families in the Kootenay region,” the letter opens.

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