Reid said it is being used, depending on weather and time. He said most who use it are from 11 or 12 years old to late teens. He s seen kids as young as six years old, giving the boards a whirl under the watchful eyes of their parents. In-line bladers are also using the site on occasion. The park has helped but hasn t entirely eliminated the problem on the streets according to Reid.
Kids still use their skateboards as a mode of transportation to get to the park.
It does give them options, however, he said. On one hand, Bill Barisoff s genuine surprise at seeing the evidence speaks strongly to his contention that he did not knowingly violate provincial financial disclosure legislation. The surprise also strengthens his contention that there has been an arm s length relationship with the family firm s management and operation. Possibly too great an arm s length given the outcome. On the other hand it should give constituents a moments pause.