
Garrabrant open to keeping Thompson Park golf course operating
Watertown City Councilman Shane Garrabrant said he is open to the city operating the Thompson Park Golf Course next season instead of closing it.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
Watertown City Councilman Shane Garrabrant is open to having the city operate the Thompson Park Golf Course next season rather than closing the 18-hole course.
Garrabrant said he does not believe closing the course after this season is the best option for the city.
Reported by ClickNNY and reviewed by an editor before publication.
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