City councils face tough decisions. That comes with the job. What should never be difficult is following the law. Yet here we are again, watching the Mayor and members of council position themselves to disregard a clear ruling from the Manitoba Municipal Board. Whether one supports the proposed housing project at 22 Granite Way or not, the issue is simple. The law requires council to either conform to the Board’s recommendations or not pass the bylaw. There is no third option.

The Winnipeg Sun was made aware of a letter sent by the Granite Curling Club’s legal counsel, which puts this in plain language. The Municipal Board reviewed the zoning matter, assessed the evidence, and issued a decision. The Board found that redevelopment of the club’s west parking lot must support Granite’s opera

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