FBA: RCMP Run-down. Updates on Torch Relay Weekend!
Olympic Torch Festivities
The Fairmont Business Association met Tuesday, January 12th downstairs in the Lodge at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort.
The meeting began with Staff Sergeant Marko, of our local RCMP detachment, offering insights and priorities in Valley law enforcement.
Primary concerns of those in attendance revolved around issues of transportation here in Fairmont, specifically more strongly enforcing the current speed limit of 80km/hr.
It was a relief to learn that drug issues are limited to cocaine and marijuana as opposed to the frighteningly horrendous crystal meth. According to Staff Sergeant Marko our local kids have been effectively put off meth thanks to the graphic media campaign. Drug activity and alcohol abuse continue to be of ongoing concern to the detachment and community alike.
His own findings thus far in speaking to various groups valley wide are that people are interested in stronger enforcement as well as knowing more about the work of our local detachment.
The FBA meeting was officially called to order close to 8:30 where the upcoming Olympic Torch Relay Festivities dominated conversation. Thanks to the efforts of several local business people, the inukshuk now stands tall at the Fairmont Hot Springs Resort Family Ski Area.
Costs have been kept down as everyone has stepped up to offer venues, resources and a lot of effort to see that a wonderful weekend is anticipated.
