Park Service: Sequestration Will Hurt Local Economies
The National Park Service says sequestration-related budget cuts could result in a reduced user experience.
The National Park Service cautions that impending sequestration budget cuts will result in a blow to local economies, including the tourism-heavy District of Columbia. There are 23 national parks in DC, which bring in $1.02 billion annually, according to 2011 data. “People who visit parks need transportation, places to stay, and meals to eat – all of which support businesses and provide jobs in local communities,” Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar said in a statement. The Park Service conducts activities at areas and historic buildings along the C&O Canal, Rock Creek Park, the Georgetown Waterfront and the Old Stone House, to name a few. The National Park Service offers a list of its activities in the District. Salazar said mandatory …
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