DAR File No. 27559

Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation

R651-205-7

Palisade Lake

NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULE

DAR File No.: 27559
Filed: 11/27/2004, 10:11
Received by: NL

RULE ANALYSIS

Purpose of the rule or reason for the change:

This proposed change allows trolling motors on Palisade State Park lake to increase visitation and access by those not able to row or paddle.

Summary of the rule or change:

A survey was conducted this past summer by the park staff with a very positive response to the possibility of allowing electric trolling motors on the lake at Palisade State Park. It is believed this change will increase visitation by giving those who cannot paddle or row a chance to enjoy this state park.

State statutory or constitutional authorization for this rule:

Subsection 73-18-4 (1)(c)

Anticipated cost or savings to:

the state budget:

Entry to the park remains the same as reflected in the fee schedule. Use of the lake is included in that fee. Visitors will provide their own trolling motors so there will be no cost to the state, and the increase in visitation cannot be estimated until there is a base to use.

local governments:

This change is for a state park lake and does not affect costs or savings for local government.

other persons:

No extra charge is made for use of the lake at Palisade State Park. Visitors pay an entry fee and that is already in place in Rule R651-611.

Compliance costs for affected persons:

Compliance would be to observe the safety of others while trolling, be observant, and enjoy the waters in the state. There is not estimated cost to a visitor other than the current park entrance fee.

Comments by the department head on the fiscal impact the rule may have on businesses:

Because the use of trolling motors may be viewed negatively by those wanting a quiet or "row boat only" experience at the park, there may be some decrease in use of the park by these particular users. Such a decline might be felt by those businesses that currently provide services to these users. However, it is likely that any decline in use would be offset by the increase in use by those using trolling motors. In addition, it is likely that many self-powered boat users would continue to use the facility. Therefore, it is unlikely overall, that the proposed change would have a negative fiscal impact to businesses. Indeed, there may be a small positive net effect on business activity.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

Dee Guess at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7320, by FAX at 801-537-3144, or by Internet E-mail at deeguess@utah.gov

Interested persons may present their views on this rule by submitting written comments to the address above no later than 5:00 p.m. on:

01/14/2005

This rule may become effective on:

01/15/2005

Authorized by:

Mary Tullius, Interim Director

RULE TEXT

R651. Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation.

R651-205. Zoned Waters.

R651-205-7. Palisade Lake.

The use of motors, except electric trolling motors, is prohibited.

KEY: boating

[March 20, 2001]January 15, 2005

Notice of Continuation November 13, 2001

73-18-4(1)(c)

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For questions regarding the content or application of this rule, please contact Dee Guess at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7320, by FAX at 801-537-3144, or by Internet E-mail at deeguess@utah.gov

For questions about the rulemaking process, please contact the Division of Administrative Rules (801-538-3764). Please Note: The Division of Administrative Rules is NOT able to answer questions about the content or application of these administrative rules.