Why Does City Remove Snow From Football Fields?
20/03/2009 05:19
Don,
It's good to see the City has its priorities in order about snow removal.
But why have they have been keeping the snow off the new football fields on Riel Drive?
No Name Please
St. Albert
SINC SAYS:
One thing the city of St. Albert does right every single time is their snow removal effort. They go to great lengths to get down to bare pavement and the scooping out of private driveways with the skidster is a real bonus and for that they deserve applause.
As to why they would keep a football field clean all winter long is beyond me. Any readers have any thoughts about that kind of policy which has to cost taxpayers money?
READER RESPONSE:
Hi Don,
The only reason I can think of why the city is clearing the football field is for the spring football season.
The Midget players are in training now and need to use the field. So by keeping it clear all year it the process does not allow snow and ice to build up and will therefore be ready to go when the season starts.
That is fine I suppose, however it is a cost to taxpayers. This cost should be borne by the football association if they insist on having the field clear and ready to go.
Why should the rest of the majority have to pay for a small minority’s special convenience?
Mark Fraser
St. Albert
