City reiterates that downtown vibrancy is a top priority
The City of Red Deer says improving the downtown so that it can be unique and vibrant continues to be a top priority.
Red Deerians have voiced their concerns over safety and other issues in the area, the municipality acknowledges, and there is ongoing work to respond to those, officials said at a downtown news conference this week.
“I’m proud of the work the police, our community, the businesses, and administration are all doing to achieve the vision of a resilient, prosperous and vibrant downtown,” said Mayor Ken Johnston. “Creating the downtown we desire cannot be achieved by one entity alone, but rather by working together. City council truly believes that together, we can restore confidence and make our downtown a welcoming place for all.”
Red Deer RCMP Officer in Charge, Holly Glassford, also spoke, providing an update on the direct actions being taken in the downtown.