Compromise works for Gulf State Park - al.com

Compromise works for Gulf State Park - al.com: "WITH COMPROMISE legislation achieved, a new hotel and convention center at Gulf State Park can provide an economic boost for south Baldwin County and revenue for the state parks system.

Gov. Bob Riley's original plan — involving a pre-determined private operator working through Auburn University — was ruled illegal by the Alabama Supreme Court. Fortunately, legislators agreed on a new plan during a session in which little else has been accomplished.

According to Conservation Commissioner Barnett Lawley, here's how the new arrangement will work:"