Archaeologist claims state parks disregarding Native sites

PHOENIX (AP) — A former state archaeologist is accusing the agency that oversees Arizona’s state parks of prioritizing development over protection of Native American sites and artifacts.
Will Russell, a former compliance officer and tribal liaison for Arizona State Parks and Trails, filed a complaint earlier this month with the Arizona Department of Administration.
Russell says he resigned in protest over Parks and Trails’ deliberate disregard for regulations.
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