Kamloops chamber concerned about needle distribution
KAMLOOPS — The Kamloops Chamber of Commerce says a new approach is needed with needle distribution in the community.
The chamber is speaking out because of what it claims “is an increased number of improperly discarded needles” in town that are “posing a risk to businesses, patrons of businesses and residents in certain areas.”
The chamber wouldn’t specify on problem areas, other than to say the influx of needles is occurring where drug use is most prevalent.
As a result of its concerns, the chamber has collaborated with the North Shore BIA and developed a list of recommendations: