Horsepower Limit Changes Considered For Tappan, Seneca Lakes
CAMBRIDGE, OH – The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) Division of Watercraft will conduct a public hearing to receive comments on a proposal to remove horsepower limits for recreational boats operating on Tappan Lake in Harrison County and Seneca Lake in Noble and Guernsey counties. Both lakes are located within the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD).
The hearing is scheduled for 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 10 at the Salt Fork State Park Lodge.
Any person affected by the proposed change in horsepower limits on either Tappan or Seneca lakes may present testimony for the record at the hearing or submit written comments. Any written comments on the proposal must be received by May 30 to be included in the official record and should be mailed to: Chief, ODNR Division of Watercraft, 2045 Morse Road, Building A, Columbus, Ohio 43229-6693 or sent electronically to watercraft@dnr.state.oh.us
Electronic copies of the proposed horsepower rule are available at the Ohio Legislative Service Commission’s web site at www.registerofohio.state.oh.us. Limits on horsepower for boats operating on Ohio’s waterways are under the legal jurisdiction of the Division of Watercraft.
Boaters should be aware that the proposal and public hearing do not affect current operating regulations. Boaters may not operate any watercraft powered by an engine greater than 299 horsepower on Tappan Lake and Seneca Lake. The public hearing is being held to comply with terms of a civil court case settlement approved by the Court of Common Pleas in Tuscarawas County.
For Further Information Contact:
Deb Green, ODNR Division of Watercraft, (614) 265-6500
MWCD, state team up for boater education courses
Sessions planned during 2008 around region
The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District (MWCD) and the State of Ohio are interested in safe boaters on Ohio's waterways.
As in previous years, the MWCD and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources' Division of Watercraft will sponsor several boating education courses around the region in 2008.
Mandatory boater education is required for any person born on or after Jan. 1, 1982, who will operate a powerboat of more than 10 horsepower. The MWCD and Division of Watercraft courses fulfill the requirement.
But boaters of any age will benefit from the courses offered through the two agencies, said Scott Barnhart, MWCD's parks administrator and chief ranger.
"I think it is important for any boater to spend as much time as possible reviewing the current laws and rules of operating a boat on the state's waterways," Barnhart said. "No matter how old or experienced you are, these courses will assist you in providing you and your family and friends with a safe, enjoyable experience on the water."
Registration presently is being accepted for several classes scheduled in 2008.
- Feb. 23 - 9 .am. to 6 p.m. - Jefferson Community College, 4000 Sunset Blvd., Steubenville. Fee is $5 and to register contact Sheryl Huggans at the college by calling (740) 264-5591 Ext. 310.
- April 19 - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Atwood Lake Park activity center, 4956 Shop Rd. NE, Mineral City. Fee is $5 and to register contact the New Philadelphia remote Division of Watercraft office by calling (330) 308-8259 and leave a message with name and telephone number.
- May 10 - 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Tappan Lake Park activity center - 84000 Mallarnee Rd., Deersville. Fee is $5 and to register contact the New Philadelphia remote Division of Watercraft office by calling (330) 308-8259 and leave a message with name and telephone number.
- Oct. 21, 22 and 23 - 6 to 9 p.m. each day - Ohio Department of Transportation and ODNR offices, 2203 Reiser Ave. SE, New Philadelphia. Fee is $5 and to register contact the New Philadelphia remote Division of Watercraft office by calling (330) 308-8259 and leave a message with name and telephone number.
- Dec. 9, 10 and 11 - 6 to 9 p.m. each day - Ohio Department of Transportation and ODNR offices, 2203 Reiser Ave. SE, New Philadelphia. Fee is $5 and to register contact the New Philadelphia remote Division of Watercraft office by calling (330) 308-8259 and leave a message with name and telephone number.
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