The Pack Square Conservancy has announced its intention to apply for a grant of over $3 million in newly-printed government money. It is the perfect applicant in that the funds would be used for something green that creates jobs and is otherwise excessive. Some funds are requested for roads, but nobody seems to know what roads need work. Other funds will be used to create a geothermal heating and cooling system for a pavilion to be nationally-certified as green.

The project has been characterized by ballooning cost overruns. Yet, representatives of this wannabe welfare recipient can invest in a trip to Raleigh to meet with legislators and host a reception at the Capital City Club.