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    Which Way, L.A.?

    CA Parks Need to Diversify and Upgrade to Survive

    Three years ago, California was threatening to close state parks due to a lack of maintenance and declining attendance. At the same time, park officials were found to be stashing away millions of dollars.

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    By Warren Olney • Feb 2, 2015 • 1 min read

    Three years ago, California was threatening to close state parks due to a lack of maintenance and declining attendance. At the same time, park officials were found to be stashing away millions of dollars. Governor Brown appointed a commission called Parks Forward, which has come up with a plan to preserve almost 2 million acres of beaches, forests and historic sites and increase access for a population that’s more diverse than ever.

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    A Precious Asset: The State Park System
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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Producer, 'To the Point'

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      Parks Forward Commission

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      Long Beach Mayor

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      California League of Park Associations

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    A Precious Asset: The State Park System
    1. 0:00CA Parks Need to Diversify and Upgrade to SurviveYou’re reading this
    2. 16:23Angel Funders Save Vidiots
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