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Greater Vernon Advisory Committee members sat down Thursday to work on a vision for the trail, and particularly what services may be added in 2018.
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That view was also shared by director Jim Garlick.
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In the end, the committee unanimously directed staff to bring a report back on budget options in 2018 to provide basic amenities for the protection of the trail.
Macnabb, though, challenged the wording of the motion and the fact that using fundraising dollars wasn香蕉视频直播檛 mentioned.
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However, David Sewell, chief administrative officer, cautioned that any spending would only be for 2018 and not for any long-term development of the trail.
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Staff will also solicit public input on the future development of the trail.