I am concerned to hear that…

I am concerned to hear that there are proposed legislative changes that could open the Greenbelt to development. Great urban areas around the world (New York, London, Berlin) are learning the importance of urban densification rather than sprawl - densification leads to better health outcomes as services are walkable, and builds stronger communities. There is an ample amount of unused and underdeveloped land within our existing urban areas to facilitate growth in housing and business. Further, availability of accessible green and open spaces is vital to our health and the health of the environment that we depend on. Finally, we depend upon our rural land for food growth, and the ability to grow and provide locally grown food is something we should not lose.

A commitment was made during the June election not to touch the Greenbelt. Do not fail to live up to that commitment.