Musings Spring 2022 ( Continued from page7)
continues to arise. The increasing densities are also putting pressure on the existing open spaces so any standard of acres per thousand is being eroded rapidly. The main issue is the relatively low numbers of golfers using a huge open space that could accommodate many more people through other uses. But this premise also stands for any specific use recreation facility. Vancouver, Brantford and Thunder Bay also have examined the scenario of losing money golf courses [not Vancouvers] going to other uses. The pressure from public courses to sell out to private sources is luring to many councillors as the funds would help offset some troubling debts. But when the land is gone from public hands, the land is gone. The option to sell golf courses seems to be
part of every Parks and Opens Space Master Plan and has been for numerous years. The demand for more and better trails for walking hiking etc. continues to place high values on outdoor activities but also in the minds of many councillors an easy target for some found money or a place for services not easily provided. This action does not compliment the provision of open space for the huge population increases currently seen with so many high rises being constructed. Best advice…”Don’t take things for granted” . An article on top companies suggested that the most common phrase when workers get fired… ”This was a bit unexpected”. People get complacent on teams, at work and with relationships. I liked this because at our age the suggestion was “all this
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SAVE THE DATE Dave Gower Memorial Golf Tournament
September 15, 2022 Usshers Creek at Legends of Niagara
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The Green Sward - Spring 2022
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