The City of Prince Albert is looking at the cost of adding video surveillance to the downtown bus transfer station in a bid to increase security.
The directive from council to explore the option comes three weeks after the city removed all benches from the transit system’s central hub to prevent people from gathering there, following the second alleged assault of a driver at the location in a month.
At Monday night’s meeting, some councillors criticized the move as a “knee-jerk reaction” that punished riders, while others defended the decision as a necessary, albeit “not rock-solid,” solution to the location’s problems.
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In spite of denials, Prince Albert mayor in violation of COVID-19 rules after he unmasks at council meeting
It appears to be yet another case of a politician condoning one set of rules for the public but applying another set to themselves when it comes to COVID-19 restrictions and recommendations.
This time it’s Prince Albert Mayor Greg Dionne.
During a council meeting on Monday, Dionne took off his mask while chairing the meeting.
When asked why he did this, the mayor repeatedly insisted it was his right to do so and he was within the current COVID-19 regulations.
The need to build a new $3.5 million cell in 2021 has been looming on the horizon for several years, but a meeting in early January was the first time council heard the expansion was now estimated to cost $6 million.
Coun. Don Cody told
paNOW the increased cost is because new project will be bigger and have a more high-tech liner that will last for 20 years instead of 10.
“I’m not suggesting for a moment that that isn’t a good thing,” Cody said referring to the expansion’s increased capacity and longevity. “But at the same time it is an extra cost on the people at this point in time and right now when money’s tight that can be a little difficult.”
It has been proven that loneliness can cause health issues. With limited physical contact and a feeling of “cabin fever” seniors may need that extra support. Isolation is difficult due to not being able to see and connect with children, grandchildren and friends.
We need interaction with others to have a well- rounded life. I encourage you younger folks to step up and give a helping hand to our seniors. Call your loved ones, send a card in the mail, use social media to keep connected. Anything to make it a little more comfortable and help others feel less isolated. Nothing can be enjoyed alone and it is in sharing and giving to others that gives us true happiness.