[Source: Casey Newton, Arizona Republic] — …The [Arizona State Park] board’s decision to use local grant funds for operating expenses drew some criticism from members of the public. The board has canceled dozens of grants to communities around the state, including some for projects already under construction. “We’re angry with what’s happened to the… grants that were suspended,” said Janice Miano, executive director of the Arizona Heritage Alliance.
Board member Larry Landry said canceling grants to keep parks open sent the wrong message to the Legislature. “We’re making it too easy for them to say we’re going to rape and kill every other program to keep parks open,” Landry said. “If they’re going to take our money, they need to have consequences, too.” [Note: To read the full article, click here.]
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