ROTHENBURGER: Why finding a solution to the illicit-drug crisis remains so elusive
A MEASURE OF HOW DIVISIVE the issue of illicit drug use is for communities can be found in a sometimes unruly meeting of the Richmond City council that began on Monday and didn’t wrap up until late last night.
The purpose of the meeting was to consider applying for a supervised consumption site. Residents crowded council chambers or stood outside to listen. By far most of them were unhappy with the possibility of a consumption site in their city.
Some were certain a consumption site would attract more drug addicts, leading to an increase in crime and public safety issues. They worried about the safety of kids and seniors.