Ottawa County makes Lake Michigan parks free to low-income residents

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Ottawa County makes Lake Michigan parks free to low-income residents

By The Grand Rapids Press staff, found at MLive.com

January 13, 2010

OTTAWA COUNTY -- Low-income residents will get a break on admission to Ottawa County parks with a policy change approved by county commissioners Tuesday. The county will waive its $12 annual fee for admission to Lake Michigan parks, including Tunnel and Kirk parks, to county residents who submit a written fee waiver request along with a copy of their Michigan Bridge card.

"The Parks and Recreation Commission recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation opportunities to the health and well-being of all people," County Parks Director John Scholtz said.

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