Opinion: A new Genesee dam could protect and enhance Edmonton's river valley

David Staples’ June 1 article about the provincial report assessing the flood risk on the North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton should be the catalyst for a public discussion about building a new control dam on the river west of the city.
Such a facility would permanently protect the valley from catastrophic flooding or drought and enable the development of recreational, cultural and commercial amenities in the valley that would greatly enhance the quality of life for the 1.3 million people