NOT WELCOME HERE

Cochrane has built a reputation of being a warm, neighbourly town, and
a great place to raise a family.

But, without a doubt, there are at least three homeowners who can
leave town right now, and no one will shed any tears.

Quite frankly, the good people of Cochrane have no desire to see
anyone running a marijuana grow operation on their street, in their
neighbourhood, or in their town.

So, don't let the door hit your backside on the way out, but do get
out.

While we have watched grow-ops busted in Calgary on a regular basis,
and even watched, some with smugness, at all the busts in Chestermere
in the past couple of years, Cochrane has remained relatively quiet.

That changed last week when three Cochrane homes were found with
marijuana grow-ops inside.

And, regardless of your take on decriminalizing marijuana, grow-ops
pose a signifcant danger. Just look at all the gang-related deaths in
Calgary this year alone.

Kudos to the Cochrane RCMP, in conjunction with the Calgary Police,
for shutting down these dangerous operations on our streets and in our
neighbourhoods.

And, one of the best ways to fight such a scourge? Get to know your
neighbours, and keep an eye out for each other.

And, pray that one day, our justice system will start sending a
message to these scum that our society won't accept this kind of thing
anymore.