Parks, Trails Network & Bike Paths
I support the idea of the formation of a formal Red Deer Conservation Authority, that would bring all of the relevant groups (with representation from Red Deer & Alberta) under a single authoritative committee. Their mandate would be to oversee and protect a designated zone within X metres of the Red Deer River, and include marshlands like Maskepetoon Park, Gaetz Lakes Sanctuary/Kerry Wood, and Michael O'Brien Wetland. The Authority would operate at arms-length from the Municipality and be one of the signatures required involving any project taking place (like the CPR Bridge Rehabilitation) within the Environmental Conservation Designated Zone.
