Attn: Florence - How Is This Explained?

 

The City of Florence needs change in at least two departments - one being Parks and Recreation. How many of you use the City's recreational facilities? Oh, you say, you don't but they bring in tourists for tournaments, etc. Really? The big tournament must choose between Florence and Madison, so which wins? Don't you think it might just be the town closer to Huntsville with its myriad of other entertainments?

Speaking of Madison, that city is currently having a weekly civics course to bring more citizens into the government mix. Recently, one topic was recreation. Take a look at this visual:

Huntsville, the largest city listed, Budgets $51.80 per person for recreation. And Florence? $217.56 per citizen. All figures are using latest 2024 data.

Is there something wrong with this picture? Could part of it be Bill Jordan's new pickle ball courts that only a few will use? Could part of it be Andy Betterton's complete lack of common sense?

August 2025 is coming!