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Vigo County parks report $312,009.68 in camping revenue; staff cite vandalism, capital work and event growth
Summary
Parks staff reported roughly $312,010 in camping, shelter and barn revenue for the year, reviewed recent events that raised about $22,809, described vandalism and theft at Reubel Park, and outlined progress and funding questions on projects including Griffin Bike Park and a pump track.
Vigo County parks staff reported that the department has collected $312,009.68 so far this year from camping, shelter and barn rentals and summarized recent events, vandalism incidents and ongoing capital projects.
The update, delivered by parks staff during a departmental report, said Pioneer Days drew heavy attendance—"we estimated about 900 cars were parked for the event," a parks staff member said—and generated $4,466 in parking revenue. Staff also reported combined proceeds of about $22,809 from recent seasonal events, and noted that preregistration for Fowler Park After Dark sold roughly 100 tickets online, which staff said streamlined entry and operations.
The financial figures matter because camping and event revenue offsets operational costs and funds maintenance. "$312,009.68 is what we've made on camping, shelter, and barn rentals," a parks staff member said, adding that Fowler Park has historically led the department in camping revenue and that Hawthorne Park closed…
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