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VMG
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Boating Bill
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3/10/2006 5:21:31 PM
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The state of Alabama had $156,269,000 on new power boats sales , and total expenditures on new power boats, motors, trailers, and aftermarket accessories of $274,733,000. How much revenue will the state lose in sales tax, and registration fees if this ridicules bill get through? Make the call to your senator please!
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Sac
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Boating Bill
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3/10/2006 7:15:36 PM
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Call all the newpapers & TV stations as well. Call Senator Dial at home so he gets the message that he need to litsen to more than Alabama Power....here is his home # number....256-396-5600........Want to be a Senator, it goes with the territory. Go ahead he won't mind.
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CAT BOAT
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Boating Bill
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3/10/2006 8:25:23 PM
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In addition to taxes paid on expensive powerboats, there is something else to consider. I told 2 employees they would be out of a job if the bill passes. 90% of my shops work is powerboats that want be able to operate under the new law. I wonder how they'll sleep tonight? You want to send them a check? I'll have to cancel advertising on this website, i'm sure they can do without the money. And, Anchorbaydon.... I spent $1678.00 at your marina for fuel last year, I guess you want miss it either!. Meanwhile, my wife and child have enjoyed the lake for several years. We've picked up trash, made friends with many, and obeyed the law. And whoever posted (cant remember) that there are not many 500+hp engines on the lake...You must have bumped your head jumping off the rock. Mercruisers 496 and under are the only engines they build under 500hp. EVERYTHING else is 500+. If it's a blue engine, it is 500+. Also, i'll be willing to bet, ANY boat on the lake with more than one engine has more than 500hp. AND I MEAN ANY. I have boats here in my shop, with stock merc power that will run 90+ on any given day with and they have less than 500hp. So, what is it with the 500hp? That is my opinion and thoughts.
Steve
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CAT BOAT
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Cat is getting mad now....
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3/10/2006 8:53:00 PM
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Lakemartin residents with teenage children pay attention. The marine police stay way more busy pouring out beer obtained from your teenager riding around in your ski-boat or pontoon boat than they do inspecting powerboat owners safety equipment, safe operation and credentials. Kinda like pontoon boat owners pulling out orange lifevest from under the seat to show the officer they have them, but they are still in the clear plastic bag. (How funny) Trust me, when you are at home, they are at the rock drinking, I see it every weekend. Most just don't tell you about it when they get home. From what I see, those with hi-dollar powerboats keep registration current, safety gear, lifevest, etc in lawful and perfect condition and remain alert and sober in boat operation conditions. Most powerboat owners can't even get insurance if they have even a small traffic violation. Most powerboat owners have the latest, state of the art steering sytems, sound/muffler devices, fire protection systems along with respect to the boating public (they can't afford not to). Powerboat owners and operators are not a problem in my opinion, but I am sure there are those that differ. What if lake residents/or the majority propossed a bill that said, "any boat that could not travel over 40mph was a nuiceance and hazzard on the water", much like the "minimum speedlimit" sign on the interstate? I wonder how that makes the minimum wage guy that can only afford an old car to get to work and feed his family feel! Now that would be a good one would'nt it? And while we're at it, lets clean up all that air that is getting nasty from those smoking outdated outboard engines on the bass boats/pontoon boats that has'nt been serviced in the last 10 years. I think it smells bad!
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AnchorbayDon
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Cat is getting mad now....
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3/10/2006 9:22:42 PM
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If you somehow got the idea that I am in favor of this bill, you are wrong! Badly wrong. About half of my storage revenue comes from my wetslips that are full of boats that would be outlawed if this law passed. I have invested more in building wetslips to house these boats than anybody has invested in any boat on the lake - and that would be made worthless!
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CAT BOAT
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Sorry Don....
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3/10/2006 9:28:22 PM
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I just tried to email you for a phone call, but it did not go through. I AM ON YOUR SIDE 100%. I do business with you. Click on my email above so that I may call you. You will know who I am.
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CAT BOAT
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Boating Bill
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3/10/2006 10:40:41 PM
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I left a message.
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