I say a big “Amen” in support of the letter from Karen Hopson regarding the garbage and filth I see every day, everywhere I drive in Vancouver (“Avoid looking like Portland,” Our Readers’ Views, Feb. 11). Driving on Highway 14 is disgusting. Padden Parkway is appalling. It’s everywhere. And tents, grocery carts are here. Maybe not quite like Portland, but getting there. Even more appalling is knowing that the people have no respect for our environment. It’s all about “them.” Don’t want it, just throw it out.
Surely something can be done, but what? Here is hoping that the powers that be can find a way to clean up the mess and make our city something to be proud of.
