Shortage of programmers?

[ExPlayer]

 *** In order to expedite the scanning and merging of Pick Six wagering pools, the NYRA will no longer offer the alternate runner option for Pick Six wagers effective with tomorrow's racing card at Aqueduct.

In the event of a late scratch, the bettor will receive the actual betting favorite. ****

 Apparently , the programmers employed by the racing industry are recruited from those inner city remedial computer classes, what other explanation for this kind of loathsome ineptitude?