As new parks and recreation facilities are built, it is necessary to fund their maintenance for the continued enjoyment of the people in the communities they serve.

Maintenance and operation funds are necessary because:

• Current and routine maintenance costs less in the long run, extends the life of our parks, and is environmentally responsible.

• Taking care of new parks is the right thing to do, and five years of maintenance dollars will give the city the opportunity to budget and prepare for the future.

• Caring for our diminishing green spaces is vital to our future.

• Parks need to be safe havens for kids and families.

Friends of Salem Parks urge you to vote “YES” on Measure 24-80

Betsy Belshaw

President

Salem Parks Foundation