From the Walton Sun:
Why is this something we are spending money on? Aren't our elected reps already supposed to be spearheading this legislation and garnering support?
All of the environmental projects I have heard so far are also job creators and designed to increase visitors and revenue. Why do we need another category that possibly opens the door to BP monies being used for pet projects instead of fixing and combating the environmental damage?
Not to mention I am a little concerned about what the usual suspects can finagle under this heading. The local environment needs this money far more than we need a TDC Taj Mahal.
The commissioners agreed to pay $7,500 for lobbyists to support the U.S. House version of the RESTORE Act, which will allow Gulf states to spend BP money on economic development in addition to environmental projects.
Why is this something we are spending money on? Aren't our elected reps already supposed to be spearheading this legislation and garnering support?
All of the environmental projects I have heard so far are also job creators and designed to increase visitors and revenue. Why do we need another category that possibly opens the door to BP monies being used for pet projects instead of fixing and combating the environmental damage?
Not to mention I am a little concerned about what the usual suspects can finagle under this heading. The local environment needs this money far more than we need a TDC Taj Mahal.