"I am worried about my employees, they love what they do, but also we are all just trying to make a livable wage,"
"If the government shut down for a long time, the business and service that would get hurt big time,"
"So, in terms of the effects that we would feel if the park well, if it closes it will affect us deeply. The business the economy,"
"It's beautiful here in Three Rivers, you have the rivers and the creeks and hiking trails and, you know, a bike ride through the back... So, people need to understand this just is not just the park, it's other activities they can do and enjoy the beautiful environment,"
A potential federal government shutdown scheduled for Wednesday risks impacts to Sequoia National Forest operations and nearby non-profits such as Sequoia Parks Conservancy. Local leaders express concern for employees, wages, and the economic health of Foothill communities like Three Rivers, which depend on park-driven tourism. The last shutdown lasted 35 days, illustrating prolonged effects on foot traffic and sales for businesses. New local ventures, including Tony's Taverna, plan to open despite a possible shutdown and invite visitors. Residents emphasize alternative outdoor activities—rivers, creeks, trails, and biking—that can still draw visitors and support the local economy.
Read at ABC30 Fresno
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