Mayor and Council:

Of course the news that state parks will remain open is good for us in the Basin. We will keep our focus and attention on this issue in advance of the January 2010 state budget discussion.

I know that city government and many allied agencies and organizations in the Basin opposed park closures because of the devastating impact these closures, along with a poor economy, would have on our tourist industry. Collectively, we and other park advocates across the state made a difference, and we will continue to make a difference when we stand together and stand strong.

Thanks to you for your strong opposition to the state park closure proposal.

Dave Jinkens, South Lake Tahoe city manager