O?Malley attacks Ehrlich record on parks

Baltimore Mayor Martin O?Malley attacked Gov. Robert Ehrlich?s record on land preservation and state park funding Thursday, saying Maryland residents are paying higher fees for park admissions and amenities, but getting less park maintenance and security in return.

Speaking to a handful of reporters and environmental stewards at North Point State Park in Baltimore County?s Edgemere, O?Malley criticized Ehrlich for maintaining some of the highest park-admissions rates along the coast while slashing park staff and police patrols. He pointed to an eroding pier and the absence of a guard at the park?s gate as examples.