Editor:
Gibsons is at a crossroad - facing the choice of remaining a charming beachcombing town or evolving into a town - strong and unique enough to keep residents and young folk happy and here.
At an open house on Sept. 8, Klaus Fuerniss and his development team unveiled their plans for The George, the proposed new project offering the town an oceanfront marine hotel, convention centre, restaurant, spa and condominiums.
Fuerniss is the man to launch the project. He has world-class experience and knowledge in the hospitality, hotel and convention industry. He is a long-time resident, an exceedingly generous supporter of town initiatives and is ready to commit to a visionary undertaking.
The George can be regarded as a coming-of-age symbol for the Town of Gibsons, taking us into the real time of the 21st century, and providing a new story to replace the laurels we have clung to for decades. Let's see this proposal as a gift. Let's make the choice to grow up, not grow old.
Patricia Hetherington, Gibsons
