In the 1980s the Whistler Question began posing a question to three to six people and publishing their responses under “Whistler’s Answers” (not to be confused with the Whistler Answer). Each week, we’ll be sharing one question and the answers given back in 1984. Please note, all names/answers/occupations/neighbourhoods represent information given to the Question at the time of publishing and do not necessarily reflect the person today.
Some context for this week’s question: By 1984, quite a few roads in Whistler neighbourhoods were still unpaved, making for some very dusty/muddy/bumpy rides depending on weather and conditions. However, other areas such as the entrance to the Whistler Village, also needed more work done. With a limited budget to spend on roads, the municipality had to choose between paving the roads in Alpine Meadows or working on the Village/highway entrance.
Question: Should Council spend its road budget on paving Alpine Meadows streets or on channelizing the Village highway entrance?
Hugh Hancock – Marketing Manager – Alpine Meadows
As a resident of Alpine Meadows I would love it if they pave my street. I would also like them to channelize the highway because it gets dangerous there. They should put a control light at the village entrance – if not a three-way stop light at least a flashing stop light.
Sid Young – Travel Agent – Alpine Meadows
There’s no doubt that channelization takes priority over paving my cul de sac.
Bob Hufsmith – Unemployed – Alpine Meadows
I think they should spend it on Highway 99. People in Alpine Meadows will shout, sure they will. But a proper turning lane into the village is critical. You have to provide certain facilities for the tourists.