Last week the operators of the NDP government’s "Safe Consumption Site" (SCS) that is slated to open on August 11th at 366 Henry Avenue canceled a planned tour of the facilityfor neighborhood stakeholders. Aboriginal Health and Wellness Centre officials cited obviously fake reasons to duck the in-person scrutiny. In response, those concerned residents and business owners showed up anyways and told the media their side of the story. Marty Gold's report on the press conference was published in the Winnipeg Sun- Consumption site operators provide see-though explanation for canceling tour In Episode 30, you'll hear the press conference audio, including the presentations, the questions from the media, and a special interview with Progressive Conservative leader Obby Khan. Unlike Premier Wab Kinew, he has met with North Logan stakeholders and has listened to their well-founded concerns about the potential worsening of neighborhood safety and public disorder. Part 1- Marty provides background about the event and what led up to it, then introduces the segments with the speakers. 15.50- Joseph Fourre, press conference host. 19.17- Isidro Zapata, North Logan homeowner and community leader. 24.18- Joe Valentim, Four Seasons Auto Body owner. 31.10- Rob Firman, Tench Plumbing and Heating, who spotted a dirty used needle only feet away from the gathering. 38.44 Part 2-Marty introduces more audio from the press conference. Funeral director and mayoral candidate Mike Vogiatzakis noted, "your kids can't even play in their playgrounds anymore” because of used needles scattered in the park. 44.25- Joseph Fourre again speaks, stating "We've seen what happens, you just go to Main Street next to Red Road Lodge and Edge Gallery, and you'll see what (the SunshineHouse mobile van) consumption site has done to that little area." 51.12- The North Logan speakers fielded questions from the media. Norman Alegria, who is the liaison for the community with AHWC, added important details of the bad faith tactics of the NDP's chosen drug site operator . "The one voice that wasn't being listened to was the community members," said Fourre. 1.04.30- Obby Khan, leader of the PC Party, provided exclusive comments for the Great Canadian Talk Show audience. "This government refuses to listen to them... if their safety is a concern now, what happens when there are hundreds of drug users coming here and then being let out on the streets?" ***** Our latest columns in the Winnipeg Sun-Tribune: Public safety collapsing across Winnipeg this summer Consumption site operators provide see-though explanation for canceling tour***** How many broadcast newsrooms in Winnipeg rake in thousands of dollars in federal government subsidies? Plenty. How many of them bring the community extensive audio from community events about the Safe Consumption Site? None. When you contribute to our Season Seven funding campaign, you know that in return, you'll get Public Affairs investigations, analysis and interviews unlike any other media platform in Winnipeg. The current total is $1745. With the civic election about to swing into second gear, you can help us keep pace as we try to reach our goal of $3000 before September 1st. Please email us or use the Donate tab at our website, ActionLine .ca to assist in meeting our ongoing costs and expenses. Thank you to our supporters!
