The Editor,
Re. "Tree loss anger 'eco-hysterics,' says O'Neill" (The Tri-City News, April 18).
How is it that the taxpayer who is clearly paying for his salary is treated as some sort of annoyance who needs to "get a grip?" It seems the people who need to "get a grip" are the people who were entrusted with the will of the people who voted them into power.
While council members such as Mr. O'Neill pretend to rely on experts such as arbourists to defend choices to destroy a beautiful park enjoyed by several communities, the reality is Glen Park was simply destroyed for no reason.
Coquitlam taxpayers should be outraged that Coun. O'Neill has very little respect for their wishes. To suggest the taxpayer "get a grip" is not only condescending but seriously arrogant.
Coquitlam taxpayers should be worried about what is next to come from Coun. O'Neill.
C. Simon, Port Moody
