January 22, 2008

Attention Fraser Valley residents: Rail for the Valley…

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Rail for the Valley will be at Gateway debate: a public Forum on Sustainable Transportation for the Fraser Valley presented by UCFV’s Environment Club.

When: 7:00pm Wednesday January 23

Where: Room B101 (Lecture Hall) University College of the Fraser Valley, 33844 King Rd. Abbotsford

Debate format + Q&A. Speakers include:

– Abbotsford/Clayburn MLA John van Dongen

– Nathan Pachal, of VALTAC and the Rail for the Valley campaign

– Transportation expert Stephen Rees

– Jim Houlahan, VP, CAW 111, representing 2000 bus drivers

– David Fields, Society Promoting Environmental Conservation

Join students, faculty, politicians and the community for a spirited discussion on transit issues in the Fraser Valley. Bring your questions and concerns.

Come and support the Rail for the Valley movement!

I’m excited to note that buttons I designed will be handed out at the event. There are two different styles, “collect them all.” Wear and share your support: take a few extra to give to your friends. If someone asks you about yours, offer it to them and explain you have another one at home. Tell them about the campaign. Let’s spread the message!