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Originally Posted by Keith P.
They would be in some company's skybox (maybe HRM/Events Halifax has one too) so free food and drink as well, very important for Mayor Mike who never saw a free buffet he didn't like.
As to the development, while it passed, the CBC article contains this nugget. "No-Waye" Mason chimed in with the "It's TOO TALL!" mantra:
"Local councillor Lindell Smith tried to amend the design, so the building would start off at four storeys along Robie and three along Cunard. Coun. Waye Mason agreed with the idea.
"Four and five [storeys] on this corner is too high," said Mason. "Look at The Keep on Quinpool, it doesn't work."
But Smith's motion was defeated in a 7 to 7 tie vote. The overall project was then approved 12 to 2, with only Smith and Coun. Tim Outhit voting against it."
Speaks against it, but votes in favor. Slippery fellow. I had not heard that particular criticism of The Keep previously. Maybe some of the more devout anti-height HRM planning staff are whispering in his ear.
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Keith, thanks for the chuckle!
You certainly have a talent for pointing out the folly of council... keep 'em on their toes!