If you've spent any time working with infrastructure, you'd know that most places WOEFULLY underfund their technical environments.

Edit: My local government is a downright mess, and I can't help but think it is an endemic issue for any company/entity that has been around a long time, but not directly affiliated with technology.

Or at least that's how it is continuously justified to our taxpayers.

I'm a big believer in brines over marinades for chicken, but would highly recommend either if you've got the time.

Edit: Google says brine for juiciness, marinade for flavor, and I'd tend to agree.