Return of the port-a-potties?

Montgomery County park users might not have to squat in the grass after all.

The Washington Examiner reported last week the county is eliminating more than 80 port-a-potties from Montgomery parks, citing budget constraints.

However, in a letter to the County Council, Department of Parks Director Mary Bradford writes, “Your staff and ours can find a way to solve this, I am sure. As you certainly know, there is no other money available to us at the moment, it’s that tight. This may make this a long, hot summer and I look forward to your recommendations and seeking alternatives.”

Multiple council members tell The Examiner they will find the money to resurrect the toilets.

It would cost around $155,000 to keep the more than 80 portable toilets in county parks.

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