Kelowna-Mission MLA Gavin Dew has criticized the provincial government over what he says is a failure to support Rutland businesses.
During Question Period in the B.C. Legislature on Tuesday (Apr. 1), Dew claimed that since the social services office was moved to Highway 33 and Dougall Road in 2023, some small businesses have seen a 25 per cent decline in net profits per year.
Business owners and residents complained about property crime, and drug use soon after the office was relocated.
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Dew asked why small businesses are paying out of pocket for security while struggling to survive the consequences of failed NDP drug policies.
Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General, Garry Begg, said every British Columbian should feel safe, including in Kelowna.
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Dew countered with his experience while participating in the Rutland Spring Clean Up on March 30.
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He also questioned Minister of State for Community Safety, Terry Yung about his recent visit to Kelowna where he met with community groups and city officials.
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Yung promised to work closely with the community and the city to make sure residents feel safer.
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