Controversial Sale Of Boy Scout Camp

The City of Industry has purchased most of the Firestone Boy Scout camp for $16.5 million. A cloud of controversy follows.

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December 4, 2000, 10:00 AM PST

By Gwen Hilburn

The 2,533-acre Firestone camp is considered to be among the most ecologically significant areas in LA County. The City of Industry states that a reservoir will be built on the property. Opponents fear that commercial development will take place. They also allege that favoritism and conflict of interest occured in the sale.

Thanks to Gwenn Hilburn

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Monday, December 4, 2000 in The Los Angeles Times

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