Dear Editor:
RE: Council declares Strathallan Park surplus, opens door for new Catholic high school in Fergus, Feb. 1.
Strathallan Park is the only moderate park of its size north of the Grand River in Fergus.
There was no consultation with taxpayers on neighbouring streets. This proposal would mean there will be three schools within two blocks.
Traffic congestion is already a problem due to the Catholic elementary school and there is only one way in and out of Strathallan.
Mothers of young children, taxpayers, sports teams, dogs and humans will all be denied that space.
What happens to the memorial trees planted by loved ones in the green space? Is the green space big enough for a complete high school, including a library, cafeteria and outdoor activities, let alone parking?
An expansion is already planned for the Catholic elementary school on Strathallan. And it will all be located across from the recently-approved condos and commercial building.
What is council thinking?
Janice Ariss,
Fergus