August 2012 Community E-Bulletin For Richmond Centre

I had the opportunity to speak to the viewers of the Asian Connections TV, where we tackled some of the issues of the day and shared my experience as the MLA for the constituency of Richmond Centre. A pleasure to share a moment of celebration with friends at the Richmond Maritime Festival at Britannia Heritage Shipyards in Steveston

It was a pleasure to join other dignitaries from three levels of government to celebrate the official opening of the Maple Residence; a new seniors independent living community in Steveston.

I was on hand to celebrate with friends and community The project became a reality with the ANAF leaders at the Vancouver Singapore Clubs Singapores contributing $8.3 million worth of land, $4 47th National Day Dinner & Dance in Richmond. million from the Federal and Provincial Governments, and $34.4 million in government financing. The long awaited faregates have finally arrived! I was on hand with Minister of Transportation, Blair Lekstrom, to witness the first fareI was please to congratulate gate to be installed on the Canada Line at the Marine Drive Station. Mel Goodwin, the chair of the Maple Residence Committee. Building The faregates will be installed at all the SkyTrain Stations throughout 2012 and 2013, and estimated to be fully operational by the later part of 2013. The faregates will provide a sense of security for passengers who use the system, and ensure everyone pays their fair share.

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Rob Howard, MLA, Richmond Centre