Two popular Vancouver, B.C., beaches may become makeshift RV parks for the 2010 Winter Olympics, following a decision by the Vancouver Parks and Recreation Board.
Parking lots at Jericho Beach and Spanish Banks would house up to 365 recreational vehicles during the games, at a cost of $95 per night.
"Not wanting to have folks camp out in the parking lots of our shopping malls, we figured this would be the best approach," parks board commissioner Aaron Jasper said Thursday.
A temporary sewage disposal, water line and shower facility will be set up, and a shuttle service will help visitors get to an Olympic transportation hub.
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Fliers were distributed in the neighbourhood on Wednesday, and if concerns are raised parks commissioner Loretta Woodcock says a public consultation will be held - but she doesn't foresee any controversy.
"Normally, we get complaints from residents about people camping illegally on the beach," she said. "This is different. It will be very controlled, managed and monitored."
"It actually brings security into the neighbourhood during the Olympics."
Reservations will be available in July, after a private project operator has been chosen.
