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Lake Whatcom Continued Absurdity
Here's a piece I got in the mail today, right after I returned from the Lake Whatcom boat ramp at Bloedel Donovan park. There were six trailers in the lot, and about the same number of kayakers' cars. I'm impressed with the short notice, the rather inconvenient meeting place, and the fact that the invasive species threat only becomes noteworthy on April 27th.
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Permalink Reply by Joe Boyd on
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No really. There's a small kiosk at the entrance to the trailer lot where representatives were last year. They did some limited inspections, and asked some questions. I have a feeling that they will be installing gates with locks soon. I also called the number on the card. Got voice mail. I stated my objections to the meeting time and place
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Permalink Reply by AaronW on
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Here's an update from today.
The Council has not settled on inspections fee rates and the plan hasn't passed yet. They are going to determine how much it is going to cost to operate the inspection stations.
"The city has dropped plans to impose fees immediately on all boats, large or small. Assistant Public Works Director Jon Hutchings said owners of hand-carried boats, such as canoes and kayaks, won't have to buy the stickers this year, although they will be subject to inspections and fines if they are found to be introducing invasive species into the lake.
In its final form, the inspection ordinance is expected to contain provisions for boats participating in sailing regattas, fishing derbies and similar events. Participating boats would still need inspections, but would be covered by a single permit purchased by the organization sponsoring the lake event."
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Permalink Reply by David Parnicky on
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"In its final form, the inspection ordinance is expected to contain provisions for boats participating in sailing regattas, fishing derbies and similar events. Participating boats would still need inspections, but would be covered by a single permit purchased by the organization sponsoring the lake event."
Sweet! I wonder how much a permit for a tournament on Lake Whatcom will end up costing next year? So basically, the tournament will cost more which will raise entry fees and the participants (not paying for inspections) will pay the increase in entry fees. Good logic. I guess in the long run though, it's probably less than the previous number of $20 per boat. Still though, I don't like how they make it sound like participants won't have to pay anything.
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That's dumb too! Non motorized boats pose an equal risk. They shouldn't get a free ride if other boats have to pay.
AaronW said:Here's an update from today.
The Council has not settled on inspections fee rates and the plan hasn't passed yet. They are going to determine how much it is going to cost to operate the inspection stations.
"The city has dropped plans to impose fees immediately on all boats, large or small. Assistant Public Works Director Jon Hutchings said owners of hand-carried boats, such as canoes and kayaks, won't have to buy the stickers this year, although they will be subject to inspections and fines if they are found to be introducing invasive species into the lake.
In its final form, the inspection ordinance is expected to contain provisions for boats participating in sailing regattas, fishing derbies and similar events. Participating boats would still need inspections, but would be covered by a single permit purchased by the organization sponsoring the lake event."
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Permalink Reply by Chris Hollick. on
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Canoes and kayaks don't need to buy the sticker? BUT, if they are found to be contaminated they will be fined. I thought that was what this crap was all about "not contaminating the lake." Talk about shutting the door after the horse has bolted. Typical governing Idiots.
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Permalink Reply by Kun on
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This is just another excuse to charge people to use Boedel Donavan launch ramp and all to limit boat use on that lake. If the really wanted to protect that lake the close all private launches, have inspection stations at other launches, and inspect all boats.
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Permalink Reply by Jon Sessler on
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Keep voting in the Libs.....it will get worse.
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Permalink Reply by troy kelly on
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If invasive species were cute and furry this state would welcome them with open arms.
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No need to somehow turn this into a a discussion on same-sex marriage or illegal aliens. Lake Whatcom serves as the city of Bellingham's drinking water and the quality is getting worse and worse every year. It's a multi-faceted issue and it won't get better by just changing one thing that's impacting water quality (boats).
I can see where they are coming from with this ordinance and as fishermen we all dislike like what's happening here but as rational people we can all agree it's inevitable. The 1st basin of Lake Whatcom is disgusting and as stewards of the watershed Bellinghamsters are not the very good in general, so that has to change as well.
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