Park district approves 2027 budgets, faces projected shortfall of at least $16,000

The Coulee Area Park and Recreation District on Friday approved its 2027 operating budget and a separate budget for submission to the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, while warning that expected revenue may fall short of operating needs by at least $16,000.

The larger budget gap - about $48,970 - reflects the district's preferred service level, including an estimated $50,000 for maintenance needs and $...