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Originally Posted by Bear Islander
In any even the important question for society is what happens to the land, and what happens to the lake. In the long run that is a far more important question than taking a Penny or two off of your tax bill. I like the idea of having non-profit, reasonably priced camping alternatives for our children. Many children have and will benefit from camping. The camping experience is, per day, as educational as our schools.
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Stop the presses!
I agree with BI on this one! (I know... I know... Hell has officially frozen over!!) LOL!
Seriously, I never went to summer camp but I think they are a great idea. While I don't agree with the Camp Directors on HB-847, I do think the camps provide a NECCESARY service to the children of the area.
I think a reasonable compromise would be that in lieu of taxes to the town, a certain number of underpriveleged kids from that town should be allowed to attend the camp for free. Perhaps a lottery system of some sort? (I also think universities & colleges should also do the same for thier cities & towns)
Woodsy