YOUR PERSONAL LETTERHEAD
Date [must be sent by September 15
22]
San Mateo County Board of Supervisors
c/o President Mark Church
400 County Center
Redwood City, CA 94063
Re: Funding Support for San Mateo County Parks
Dear President Church,
I am writing to you to express my hope that the Board will support
additional funding or Ranger positions so all the
San Mateo County park units can remain open 7 days per week. I fully support
increases to the P&R budget so they can fulfill their stated mission:
Through stewardship, the San Mateo County Park and Recreation Division
preserves our County's natural and cultural treasures, and provides safe,
accessible parks, recreation and learning opportunities to enhance the
community's quality of life.
For many people, parks serve as their primary venue for exercise, stress
reduction and quiet contemplation. Many choose to live in the area because
parks are nearby. Seniors can go for their daily walk without having to
negotiate traffic; mothers can take their youngsters for a chance to learn
about nature; and school children can complete their State of California
course curriculum. It is unconscionable that we cut off 4 parks 43% of the
time.
[Add your own words describing what San Mateo County parks mean to you
and why they should be open every day.]
Thank you for your thoughtful consideration.
Sincerely,