Martin County marks 25 years of free boat pump-out service credited with removing millions of gallons County presenters highlighted the Martin Ship Pump-Out Program’s 25th anniversary, noting it was funded in part by the Fish and Wildlife Service/Clean Vessel Act through FDEP, has removed about 2,500,000 gallons of untreated sewage, and served as a model for neighboring counties.

Martin County celebrates 25 years of its innovative “MS Poop” program, successfully removing over 2.5 million gallons of sewage from boats to protect our precious waterways!

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State rules change livery definition; long‑term anchoring permit begins Jan. 2026 Florida Fish and Wildlife told liveries that a revised definition of 'livery' (effective July 1, 2025) reclassifies many bareboat arrangements as liveries unless a USCG‑licensed captain is required, and a free long‑term anchoring permit took effect Jan. 2026 for vessels anchored more than 14 of any 30 days.

Major changes are coming for Florida liveries in 2025, including new definitions and requirements that could impact how you rent and operate vessels!

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Residents press Bonner County for no-wake buoys; advisory committee asks director to review denials Residents from multiple inlets on the Pend Oreille River urged Bonner County’s Waterways Advisory Committee to overturn earlier denials and install no-wake buoys. The committee heard appeals, clarified criteria (including a 400-foot channel rule and 200-foot no-wake zone), and the director agreed to review the denied applications and respond within

Residents are demanding action from Bonner County to protect their shores from dangerous boat wakes and unsafe conditions as they push for no-wake buoys in local inlets.

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Private‑land access and reservoir user conflicts draw public comment; council to consider coordination Landowners and an angler group urged the council to press for transparency on which waterways are legally navigable and to address conflicts at Newton and Pineview reservoirs; staff said multi-agency coordination and enforcement are central challenges.

Local landowners are raising alarms about unauthorized public access to their property and escalating conflicts at Utah's reservoirs as water levels drop—what’s at stake for recreation and rights?

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Lake Travis Cleanup Efforts Address Flood Debris and Navigable Waterways Officials discuss ongoing efforts to manage flood debris and educate property owners.

The LCRA is tackling community concerns over flood debris and waterway safety, but what does that mean for your backyard?

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County Officials Discuss Spokane River Congestion and Proposed Safety Study County officials address Spokane River congestion and potential study on boat capacity limits.

Kootenai County officials are sounding the alarm over growing congestion on the Spokane River, pushing for urgent action to ensure safety and accessibility for all boaters.

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Kootenai County Proposes Removal of Atlas Mill Pilings to Enhance Waterway Access Officials discuss pilings removal and safety measures for swimmers and boaters near Coeur D'Alene.

Kootenai County is taking steps to improve waterway safety by potentially removing hazardous pilings at the Atlas Mill site—what does this mean for boaters and swimmers?

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Community Member Questions Dock Location Impact on Lake Huntington Navigation Speaker highlights dock's obstruction risks under varying tide conditions at Lake Huntington.

Concerns are rising in Panama City as community members question whether a newly built dock could jeopardize safe navigation in local waterways during fluctuating tides.

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Idaho Commissioners Discuss Waterfront Development and Public Safety Concerns Commissioners prioritize workshop to address legalities and safety in waterfront management.

Concerns are mounting in Bonner County over a proposed lease of waterfront property that could threaten public access and safety on vital waterways.

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County Commissioners Approve $21K Waterways Project and Discuss Bonner Park West Transfer Commissioners secure grant funding for waterways improvements and consider park transfer to Priest River.

Bonner County just secured a $21,000 grant to boost local waterway projects and enhance safety measures—big changes are on the horizon!

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Activist from Coleman opposes Alabama Power's river pollution and announces political run Environmentalist calls for action against river pollution and plans to run for office.

Community members demand action against Alabama Power's river pollution, as an activist announces a political run to advocate for environmental protection.

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Local advocacy groups urge Wisconsin to restrict wakesurfing to protect aquatic ecosystems Environmentalists highlight wakesurfing damages lake ecosystems and call for immediate regulatory action.

Wakesurfing is wreaking havoc on Wisconsin's lakes, threatening aquatic life and safety—are we doing enough to protect our waters?

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USACE Little Rock Water Level App Returns with Enhanced Features The USACE Little Rock Water Level App returns with enhanced features, providing real-time lake levels, river forecasts, and streamflow data.

Big news for boaters, anglers, and paddlers! 🌊📲 The USACE Little Rock Water Level App is back with real-time data & enhanced features. Don’t miss out!

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Tennessee General Assembly passes boating safety amendment bill HB530 The assembly amends boating operator requirements to enhance safety certification standards.

Tennessee's new House Bill 530 aims to revolutionize boating safety by requiring all operators to pass a rigorous safety examination, sparking a heated debate among lawmakers and boaters alike.

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Fort Walton Beach establishes slow speed boating zones to enhance safety and protect seagrass Officials create slow speed zones to improve boating safety and protect seagrass habitats.

Okaloosa County is taking a bold step to enhance boating safety and protect vital seagrass habitats by establishing new slow-speed zones at Fort Walton Beach!

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Leader announces summer sabbatical and shares final clue for participants Leader informs attendees about upcoming summer break while providing last clue.

Okaloosa County's Annual Waterway Safety Meeting revealed exciting new initiatives, including a fun twist on community engagement with a memorable "seashore" keyword!

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State panel addresses increasing salt pollution in waterways from winter de-icing practices Panel discusses rising salt levels affecting biodiversity in state waterways due to de-icing.

Vermont's Senate grapples with a "salt bill" that could reshape winter road safety while battling alarming salt pollution threatening local ecosystems.

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