"Several state parks, swim areas to be closed; DCR tries to absorb major budget cuts" by Milton J. Valencia, Globe Staff | May 23, 2009
As the summer approaches, the state Department of Conservation and Recreation announced yesterday that it will close several state parks and swimming areas throughout Massachusetts as the agency struggles to absorb budget cuts for the next fiscal year.
The announcement came in the same week that the department said it will increase fees....
Why do we have to pay for things that we are supposed to own collectively as taxpayers, Bay-Stater?
To make sure residents still know about other DCR programs, the agency will distribute fliers and post information on its website directing park goers to nearby sites.
How much is that going to cost? Couldn't leave a park open for the cost?
"It is unfortunate that this agency will not be able to keep all our parks and forests fully staffed this season," DCR Commissioner Richard K. Sullivan Jr. said in a statement. "But in these difficult and trying economic times, we remain committed to offering recreational opportunities to everyone."
Pffft! F***ing state shill!
In Massachusetts, the agency faces a funding loss of more than $13 million, according to the Senate proposal....
I know just where to look:
Governor Guts State ServicesPigs at the State Trough
A Slow Saturday Special: Statehouse Slush Fund
Hollywood S***s on Massachusetts
Biotech Giveaway Was Borrowed Money
How many times I gotta put 'em up?
The agency will close its parking lots and restrooms to avoid having people congregating without staff supervision....
Like we need help for that?
Well, I got news for the state; it happens involuntarily on a regular basis so I think I can handle it, thanks. You already got a cup of my pee.
William T. Foley, president of the Springfield City Council: "Any opportunities we can have to give kids the opportunity to swim, play, is greatly appreciated in this city."
Nothing warms the heart more than a happy child.
Of course, the Globe is promoting the campgrounds on the front page with their agenda-pushing contradictions!
Where they gonna go, Globe?
