Van Isle Ford gets go-ahead to move to Beaver Creek Road

by The Invisible Man Wed Apr 11, 2012 4:59 pm

THIS AV NEWS REPORT says "Van Isle Ford has been given the green light to relocate to Stirling Field.

According to the report "Port Alberni city councillors voted 3-2 to adopt the bylaws that cleared the way for the move."

Mayor John Douglas and Coun. Wendy Kerr voted against the move, while Dan Washington, Jack McLeman and Rob Cole voted in favour. Coun. Cindy Solda withdrew because of a conflict of interest and Coun. Hira Chopra was away.

Speaking against the motion, Douglas said that Stirling Field has development potential and could be home to a world-class centerpiece. As well, Douglas advocated the principle of centralization. “It’s in the best interest to have it in an area where other auto malls are.”

Coun. Kerr concurred with Douglas, adding that Stirling was greenspace and a small piece of paradise.

The whole Valley is a jewel, Coun. Rob Cole said. The city used to be known as a car town, adding a better job needed to be done of planning for small business interests....