It was a long night for council with three delegations, one from Global LNG, Port Edward Harbour Authority and Pacific Coast Pilotage.
There are presently 13 LNG projects in B.C. Asia is the largest importer and Prince Rupert is well positioned for this market.
We are still a couple of years away before we will see any activity with operational start dates in 2021. Of course they will be looking to employ as many local people as possible, one does wonder if the provincial government is researching the proper skills for these types of project.
The Port Edward Harbour Authority monitors the wharfs both in Prince Rupert and Port Edward, it was suggested that a member be from Prince Rupert and have another fisher on the board also.
Pacific Pilotage has three rotational pilots in prince Rupert and the questions was asked about having permanent staff based in Prince Rupert. This is not in the works as it would require six pilots and Prince Rupert is well served with three at present.
A new helmet bylaw was passed making it mandatory for skateboarders to wear helmets. In my view this will be hard and costly to enforce.
There is also an 11 unit apartment building planned for the end of Graham Ave. zoning to be changed from R2 to RM2.
The applicants and registered owners are: Prince Rupert Living Concepts Inc., Kevin Newton and Don Scott.
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