John Frederickson

John Frederickson

Chairman of the Downtown Business Association (DBA) John Frederickson says that if it does come downtown, it's important that the facility is located in an area where it can benefit multiple businesses."It needs to go in an area or district of downtown that is multi-purpose," he says."This complex can be the catalyst for further re-development.I think that's really key."While no specific location has been proposed, Frederickson says three locations that are being looked at,land near the post office that is adjacent to Station Lands, land near the Baccarat Casino and land located near the Boston Pizza on 106 Street.All would be suitable spots because they are locations that could help the area.But Caterina feels that if revitalization is the issue, areas other than just the downtown core must be considered."This came at a time when we're putting in millions for the revitalization of 118 Avenue, and Rexall is an anchor for the east," he argues.

Mrs. Detzel reported that the Nominating Committee, consisting of Ruth Forbes and John Frederickson, with herself as Chairman, had six names to present in nomination and was continuing its work.