In response to Saanich Mayor Dean MurdockB次元官网网址檚 letter about the Quadra McKenzie Plan in the Saanich B次元官网网址. Thank you Mr. Mayor, we donB次元官网网址檛 need to be reminded that Saanich is a great place to live.

You also say that communityB次元官网网址檚 feedback is central to the process and will shape the final version of the plan. You are by now well aware, or should be, that many people in the areas to be most affected by this plan are publicly expressing that they have not been adequately consulted. We hope that you will respond accordingly.

This is not NIMBYism B次元官网网址� too many people will see their rights to peaceful ownership severely disrupted. SaanichB次元官网网址檚 advertisements, online surveys, pop-up events, webinars, and workshops about the QMP engaged with few (tech-savvy) participants B次元官网网址� and without available information about where participants resided. This engagement is inadequate and does not provide accurate or representative information about public opinion.

We all understand that densification should occur, but the Quadra McKenzie Plan is overreach. Quoting the Homes for Living website: B次元官网网址淎ffordability and density does not mean high-rises in traditionally single-family home residential neighbourhoods. There are numerous ways developers add to, and enhance, existing neighbourhood character. Infill projects that respect planning and design guidelines will support existing character while allowing families across the income spectrum to continue living there.B次元官网网址� The QMP far exceeds this characterization.

I urge Saanich mayor and council to follow through and engage in true community consultation, not the performative variety. Please represent all of us.

Gil Letourneau

Saanich