Memorable story: One Saskatoon resident sends council an emotional message

As 2017 came to a close, StarPhoenix staff reflected on the stories that struck a personal chord with them this year. For Phil Tank, it was a citizen’s plea to city council for fiscal responsibility. 
 
Two unfortunate principles tend to define municipal government: You can’t fight city hall, and one person can’t make a difference.
Saskatoon resident Frank Regier helped put a dent in those perceptions earlier this year.
Regier was far from the most articulate speaker