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alsadad · 05-30-2008, 10:28 AM

The New Hampshire House announced it is considering three proposals to address growing problems related to overcrowding and unruly behavior at public docks on Lake Winnipesaukee. Two recent events triggered this effort:

1. Reports on the website winnipesaukee.com of an increase in incidents of impolite, discourteous and lawless behavior as some boaters “cut the line” while others are forced to wait for slips to become available at various town docks around the lake.

2. The completion by members of winnipesaukee.com of an in-depth analysis and extrapolation of the results of NHMP’s speed sampling on the big lake. Lawmakers were reportedly alarmed to learn that there are now 770,000 powerboats, hundreds of sailboats and canoes, and one sea kayak using the lake and competing for space at the town docks.

The first proposal, from a group known as WinnBIG (which stands for Winnipesaukee Boaters In GFBLs), would like to see the lake’s shoreline taken by eminent domain with docks constructed around the entire perimeter. In addition, a bar would be built every 1000 yards along the waterfront and a gas dock placed every 500 yards so the GFBLs can travel from one bar to the other without running out of fuel. This group’s motto is “Make every hour happy hour.”

The second proposal comes from a group known as WinnBAGS (which stands for Winnipesaukee Boaters Against Gratuitous Slips). This group wants all docks to be removed from the lake. The only allowable vessels would be canoes, kayaks, and other boats that can be hand-carried from the lake, as well as amphibious cars which do not need docks. The group’s leader, a carnival fortune teller from Omaha, predicts a boom in the market for amphibious cars because they are slow, quiet, and available in pretty colors. This group’s motto is “End unlimited docking.”

The final proposal, sponsored by a group known as WinnCRAPS (which stands for…well, never mind) is the one most favored by the House for its revenue raising possibilities. This proposal calls for bulldozing Rattlesnake Island, constructing docks all around the island’s shoreline, and erecting casinos. This group’s motto is “Anyplace that boasts at least 770,000 people who have more money than brains, ought to have a casino.”

The Speaker of the House said that no action will be taken on these proposals until the completion of an unbiased study funded by the New Hampshire Gaming Industry.

05-30-2008, 10:28 AM	#29
alsadad Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 45 Thanks: 8 Thanked 41 Times in 10 Posts	NH Legislature springs into action The New Hampshire House announced it is considering three proposals to address growing problems related to overcrowding and unruly behavior at public docks on Lake Winnipesaukee. Two recent events triggered this effort: 1. Reports on the website winnipesaukee.com of an increase in incidents of impolite, discourteous and lawless behavior as some boaters “cut the line” while others are forced to wait for slips to become available at various town docks around the lake. 2. The completion by members of winnipesaukee.com of an in-depth analysis and extrapolation of the results of NHMP’s speed sampling on the big lake. Lawmakers were reportedly alarmed to learn that there are now 770,000 powerboats, hundreds of sailboats and canoes, and one sea kayak using the lake and competing for space at the town docks. The first proposal, from a group known as WinnBIG (which stands for Winnipesaukee Boaters In GFBLs), would like to see the lake’s shoreline taken by eminent domain with docks constructed around the entire perimeter. In addition, a bar would be built every 1000 yards along the waterfront and a gas dock placed every 500 yards so the GFBLs can travel from one bar to the other without running out of fuel. This group’s motto is “Make every hour happy hour.” The second proposal comes from a group known as WinnBAGS (which stands for Winnipesaukee Boaters Against Gratuitous Slips). This group wants all docks to be removed from the lake. The only allowable vessels would be canoes, kayaks, and other boats that can be hand-carried from the lake, as well as amphibious cars which do not need docks. The group’s leader, a carnival fortune teller from Omaha, predicts a boom in the market for amphibious cars because they are slow, quiet, and available in pretty colors. This group’s motto is “End unlimited docking.” The final proposal, sponsored by a group known as WinnCRAPS (which stands for…well, never mind) is the one most favored by the House for its revenue raising possibilities. This proposal calls for bulldozing Rattlesnake Island, constructing docks all around the island’s shoreline, and erecting casinos. This group’s motto is “Anyplace that boasts at least 770,000 people who have more money than brains, ought to have a casino.” The Speaker of the House said that no action will be taken on these proposals until the completion of an unbiased study funded by the New Hampshire Gaming Industry.