I have been listening to the negativity surrounding the redevelopment of Lynn Valley and I have one thought - I'm tired of it. It might be the summertime sun getting to me, but whenever I hear someone complain, all I can think is how thankful I am.
I am thankful to live in Lynn Valley. I have lived here for 25 years, raised my family here and plan to stay for a long time. I am thankful that the mayor, the council, and the district staff are thinking about Lynn Valley in such a positive way. Given how much time and effort they have put in, it saddens me to see the onslaught of negativity they've received from a select, small group of people. I am thankful for council's hard work, and the open process. After seeing the various different options for the community plan (online, at the meetings), I am excited to see the foresight that the district has shown. I am even more excited to see the plans implemented!
I am thankful that one of the best builders in North America owns the entire Lynn Valley Mall and is willing to take the risk to re-develop it in a comprehensive manner. What a great opportunity for positive change! I am thankful that they have been making efforts to listen and engage with the community. I have seen the revised concept and I love it. It touches on everything that I love about Lynn Valley.
I hope the community can join me in putting a rest to the negativity.
I would like to say thank you to the community for giving their input, to the district and the council for their hard work, to the owners of the mall and their team for their vision, and to all the residents and community organizations who have made, and continue to make Lynn Valley such an amazing place to live.
Linda Findlay
North Vancouver
