Editor:
Much has been expressed lately as to whether the city is responsible for maintaining the ocean views of those fortunate enough to own property on the hillside.
My letter is about whether or not the city should preserve views for the rest of us – those not fortunate enough to own such property.
Since moving to South Surrey in 1987, one of my greatest pleasures has been walking the trails in Centennial Park that skirt the top of the bluff below the White Rock Curling Club. There are three beautiful viewpoints. However, these viewpoints have now almost ceased to exist, due to the growth of scrub alder in the ravine below them.
Just to clarify, these are not majestic fir, cedar and hemlock trees but the weed-like alder that spring up in any cleared areas.
Why can’t the city remove some of these trees or even just top them? In this way, a million-dollar view would be preserved – not just for those who own million-dollar properties, but for every person who walks the park trails.
Ann Harris, Surrey
