The brownfields can be re-invented but the greenfields once lost to urban sprawl is lost. are gone. Especially with local farming gaining in importance over trucking in produce and it's environmental impact.
Maybe reclaim some of the waterfront lands for living.
Everyones dream is to retire on the water. Just check out the Beach Strip.
Is a a small airstrip for floater planes or small planes feasible over old brownfields. Tarmac over dirty ground.
Large boat slips for people to live on a houseboat in the summer.
Kenora has a floater trminal and Porter Island airport is growing for commuter flights. With all the contaninated area parking would not be a problem.
Kudos to Mr. Bratina for some common sense and realistic expectations.
