We will vote for Amendment 1 Nov. 8 and we hope other Missourians will give it a positive nod. We say nod because it hasn’t generated much interest and we aren’t aware of any organized opposition. It’s a tiny tax — the 10-year renewal of a one-tenth (0.1) percent sales/use tax with the money used for soil and water conservation and for state parks and historic sites.It is not a new tax. It is a continuation of an existing tax that comes up for renewal every 10 years. The tax would generate about $90 million annually for soil and water conservation and operation of our state park system.The money has been used wisely over the years. We expect that to continue. Soil and water conservation is important and certainly should be funded. We have one of the best state park systems in the country. The state parks as recreational venues bring much satisfaction to many people. They are affordable and the state does a good job in maintaining and expanding them with the money that is available.A new state park, Echo Bluff, has received good reviews by people who have been there. We have state parks in our area, which are in wide use, and a great recreational asset. Missouri has some of the most scenic regions in the country and the state parks bring people close to nature. Camping is enjoyed by many people.Missouri needs to do more to establish additional historic sites. The ones we have need to be publicized more than they are.This tiny tax needs to be continued.