Dear Editor:
Regarding this fireplace debate, I have a suggestion for the city. Why not ask people to choose which emissions-producing property they are willing to part with to promote better air quality?
No, I’m serious. Call it nostalgic, but I would rather give up my car than my wood-burning fireplace. The former was a recent purchase since the SkyTrain has become uncomfortably crowded during peak hours and I wanted a less anxiety-ridden commute to my Vancouver workplace. The latter was a major selling feature when I bought this condo seven years ago and remains a source of holiday enjoyment. Surely it’s more reasonable to rid the streets of a vehicle than it would be for me to potentially retrofit or convert to electric, and probably damage the custom mason and woodwork that now highlights a cherished home feature that we use four to six times a year. Just show me where to sign and I’ll brave the SkyTrain again.
Michelle Hancock, New Westminster
