Get sufficient proof to close a city street  Closing a street
should require a study of traffic, and that is what is being
done. We think it is premature to close Railwood Drive until
sound reason is given.  Sure, the street currently is being used
as a shortcut from Nursery Drive to Briggs Boulevard. Using
shortcuts is common practice throughout Victoria.  The fear is
that when the new high school and middle school open nearby,
traffic will increase substantially on Railwood Drive. But we
don't know that for certain right now.  Overwhelming evidence
should be the reason for closing a street. And, at this point,
there is not enough proof to justify closing the street.  When
the new schools open and traffic counts indeed show a
significant increase, then we think another look at closing
Railwood Drive should be taken.  As noted by the city council,
Railwood Drive belongs to the residents of Victoria, not just
those living along the street - it is a city street, so great
care should be taken to get accurate tra