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Waverly board rejects proposed cuts to summer youth program and campsite closures
Summary
The board voted to reject proposed reductions to the summer youth employment program and to keep campsite services intact after residents urged preserving seasonal jobs and child programming.
The Waverly board voted on and defeated a proposal to cut the town's summer youth program and to shorten campground operations, leaving the youth program and most campsite services in place.
A board member moved "I make a motion that we don't sign it," proposing no cuts, and the motion was seconded; after discussion the board rejected the proposed cuts. Supervisor Ernie explained that the proposal to close cabins early was intended as a cost-saving measure but drew sustained public opposition.
Residents warned the reductions would harm local youth employment and tourism. "What my question to you guys is what do you guys want this town in the future of it to look like? Do you want it to grow, or do you want it to die?" one resident asked, urging the board to retain programs that attract families and seasonal visitors.
Board members and residents disputed the projected savings and noted the potential loss of seasonal jobs. The board ultimately voted to keep the summer youth program and to leave the campground schedule largely unchanged; specific guard and staffing decisions remain subject to final scheduling.
Next steps: board members requested that staff check historical cabin reservation data for the final two weeks of the season to verify revenue impact before any future change, and to confirm eligibility for external summer youth grants that could offset costs.
