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b8tcaster · 01-19-2005, 05:42 PM

Seemed all but one opposed a speed limit. Those opposed offered facts for the most part while the one person in favor basically presented an argument that big, loud, boats ("40 and 50 footers with 3 500 hp motors") lol did not belong on the lake and he was afraid to go out with his 21 footer because of all the offshore boats. I did chuckle when the rep who introduced the bill stated that some of the go fast boats could go from one end of the lake to the other in 7 minutes.. Which one of you offshore mafia guys gave him that evidence cuz I want to take a ride with you..lmao. In all seriousness though I dont think this bill will get passed but there are some serious issues with the lake that need to be addressed before a bill like this gets major support. All its going to take is one careless person out there doing something reckless and support for this type of bill will appear. I personally would like to see a greater Marine Patrol presence on the lake to enforce the existing laws which will in turn reduce the conflict between the different user groups.We all have to remember that when people are enjoying the lake in whatever manner, they expect to avoid any conflicts. Other peoples behavior can significantly change that experience and be a driving force behind this type of legislation. I would really like to know what you guys think are the leading issues that need to be adressed on the lake and any ideas to improve the situation?

01-19-2005, 05:42 PM	#152
b8tcaster Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 40 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: hearing Seemed all but one opposed a speed limit. Those opposed offered facts for the most part while the one person in favor basically presented an argument that big, loud, boats ("40 and 50 footers with 3 500 hp motors") lol did not belong on the lake and he was afraid to go out with his 21 footer because of all the offshore boats. I did chuckle when the rep who introduced the bill stated that some of the go fast boats could go from one end of the lake to the other in 7 minutes.. Which one of you offshore mafia guys gave him that evidence cuz I want to take a ride with you..lmao. In all seriousness though I dont think this bill will get passed but there are some serious issues with the lake that need to be addressed before a bill like this gets major support. All its going to take is one careless person out there doing something reckless and support for this type of bill will appear. I personally would like to see a greater Marine Patrol presence on the lake to enforce the existing laws which will in turn reduce the conflict between the different user groups.We all have to remember that when people are enjoying the lake in whatever manner, they expect to avoid any conflicts. Other peoples behavior can significantly change that experience and be a driving force behind this type of legislation. I would really like to know what you guys think are the leading issues that need to be adressed on the lake and any ideas to improve the situation?