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There is a widely held concern that we're not doing a very good job of caring for our park system. The cracks are starting to show and we can't sustain this incredible resource without Park Commissioners that will put energy into the job and work openly with the community. I agree with Shawne Fitzgerald (quoted in article) that many of the ventures MPRB has engaged in or has considered engaging in recently compromise our ability to care for our land and water, keep recreation centers open, keep garbage cans and porta potties in the parks, keep park programs strong, keep up neighborhood ball fields, maintain paths, keep swimming beaches open, cut milfoil, etc. Commissioner Kummer is a member of the majority referenced in the article that has favored secret deals and an ongoing stream of expensive new development and commercialization with far too little attention going toward the fundamentals. After the Park Superintendent was installed over a year ago in a swift and secret move by the majority Commissioners, Commissioner Kummer said "It's awkward. It wasn't the most standup way to do it." (SWJ, 1/8/4) It was this outrageous move by the majority that prompted me to stand up. Many of you live in Park District 5 (bordered by Crosstown, the river, 35W and as far north as 35th street) and are in a position to make a big difference. Become a delegate Mar. 1 at DFL precinct caucus and join me at the City (and Park) Convention in May (date TBD). Help me open up the Park Board, raise the bar on ethics and renew our commitment to caring for our wonderful park and recreation sytem. I welcome your phone calls or e-mails at any time. My phone number is on my web site. Kind regards, Jason Stone Diamond Lake Candidate for Park Board, District 5 http://jasonforparks.com REMINDERS: 1. Be civil! Please read the NEW RULES at http://www.e-democracy.org/rules. If you think a member is in violation, contact the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[email protected] Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
