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Parks official says Eagles Bluff will stay open 24/7 while county seeks funding for gate
Summary
Parks representative Warren Taylor told commissioners Eagles Bluff is open 24/7 on a trial basis while the parks board seeks about $15,000 for an electronic gate; concerns include trash, vandalism and electricity costs.
Warren Taylor told the Perry County commissioners that Eagles Bluff park has been opened around the clock and that the parks board is seeking funding for an electronic gate to manage access and reduce trash and vandalism.
Taylor said the parks board planned a three-month trial of 24/7 access while pursuing grants and donations to cover the gate's approximate $15,000 cost. He warned that keeping the park open overnight could increase trash collection and electricity bills, and asked commissioners to help communicate with the county council about possible utility support. "The electronic gates will be right at $15,000," Taylor said.
Commissioners and staff discussed staffing options, comp time costs and short-term measures such as manual opening and closing schedules while the parks board seeks longer-term funding. No formal appropriation or motion to fund the gate was made at the meeting; the parks board will continue its efforts to secure funding.
