Dear Editor,
Re: “Chamber support questionable,” Letter, Feb. 19.
We thank Coun. Carol Day for her interest in the Richmond Chamber’s survey to our members.
The survey in question was distributed to the entire Richmond Chamber membership and we welcome anyone to view our complete membership directory online at RichmondChamber.ca.
The respondents of this survey were a representative sample of chamber members — approximately 16 per cent of members responded.
The primary question asked was, “Do you support the provincial government’s proposed bridge project to replace the current George Massey Tunnel?”
The answers available were “yes,” “no” or “undecided.” Eighty-seven per cent of decided respondents were in favour of the project.
The Richmond Chamber of Commerce is the independent voice of business in Richmond, committed to protecting and promoting economic and social security for local businesses and families, while working to encourage economic development.
Consulting our members is key to the integrity of this voice. We have a constructive dialogue with the City of Richmond and look forward to meeting with Coun. Day and other representatives in the future to discuss positive ways that development can benefit our local businesses and families, while ensuring the increased safety and expeditiousness of commuters and trade.
The Richmond Chamber will outline our position further in a Point-Counterpoint column in the Richmond News this Friday.
Rob Akimow
Chair, Richmond Chamber of Commerce
