ARIZONA STATE PARKS: For Immediate Release
Managing and conserving Arizona’s natural, cultural and recreational resources for the benefit of the people, both in our Parks and through our Partners. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Ellen Bilbrey at (602) 542-1996 or (602) 228-8518, or Monica Enriquez at (602) 542-6997. Contact by Email: pio(at)azstateparks.gov

Arizona State Parks Board Meeting Friday, September, 11, 2009

(Phoenix, AZ - September 10, 2009) - The Arizona State Parks Board will be meeting on September 11, 2009 starting at 10am at the Peoria City Council Chamber located at 8401 W. Monroe Street. The meeting is open to the public and the agenda is posted at http://azstateparks.com/board.

Staff estimates an operating shortfall of $1.5 million for FY 2010 and therefore is aggressively pursuing all measures to increase revenues or decrease operating costs, including: discussions with cities and counties about partnerships, higher interest earnings through investment strategies, and increased park gate fees. Approximately 25-30 full-time positions must be eliminated to balance the $19.3 million 2010 operating budget. Agency operating adjustments will take effect October 1 if approved.

For more information about the 30 State Parks, statewide hiking opportunities, off-highway vehicle trails, and other outdoor recreational and cultural opportunities in Arizona, call (602) 542-4174 (outside of the Phoenix metro area call toll-free 800-285-3703) or visit AZStateParks.com. Follow us on twitter.com/AZStateParks.

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