More Crazy Development in Parks – Washington Crossing State Park
Pond at Washington Crossing State Park is unhealthy and in need of restoration
Last week, I wrote about destruction of Ken Lockwood Gorge by DEP (here) – so, my head again exploded to read about another mad development scheme yesterday.
Repeating that flawed land management policy, this time, DEP is planning on destroying forested portions of historic Washington Crossing State Park
Apparently, DEP wants to build a “30 bed cabin” in “a deeply forrested” portion of the Park! And this is claimed to be a better alternative to the one vehemently opposed by neighbors!
The park is frequented by lots of day hikers.
There are plenty of alternatives and far better things to do with DEP money, especially in these times of austere budgets and a huge backlog in maintenance across the state park system.
At Washington Crossing, trails are in very bad shape.
Stream banks are eroding and badly in need of restoration.
A small pond is sedimented and eutrophic. Picnic areas need lots of work.
Historic structures are neglected.
structures are collapsing
The theater is falling apart and could use rehab work as well.
pinnic areas need lots of work
Habitat and forestry work has been neglected for years.
stream backs are eroding due to development surrounding park. More in park development will make current problems worse.
What the hell is going on in DEP?
Are the engineer lunatics running the show?
They need some adult supervision.