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Taken from the minutes.

AT THE DNR COMMISSION MEETING ON SEPTEMBER 7, 2000.

Although it was not on the agenda, and although it was not one of the
recommended legislative items presented by staff, "Commissioner Garrels
asked about adding a bill regarding motor size at Lake MacBride, as was
suggested last year.  He said the commission heard good comments, both pro
and con on this issue, but he said he feels if boat speed is kept at no
wake, the lake should be available to all of the public.  Commissioner
Sullivan added that Lake MacBride is the only artificial lake in the state
that has this restriction."

Commissioner Christiansen reported that the Lake MacBride people have not
changed their stand on this issue.  He said they did not support it last
year and will not again this year.  He added that he does not think there
has to be every use for every lake and he could not support this
legislation.

Allen Farris (head of DNR Fisheries and Wildlife) remarked that it is not
right that a user with a 50 up motor is excluded three months of the year
if they operate at a no wake speed.  He asked if this means other users are
more important.

Larry Wilson (deputy director of the DNR) commented that it is unfortunate
a person has to make another motor purchase to go on Lake MacBride.  He
said the people of the state can be trusted to do the right thing, but if a
problem does develop, the department is prepared to handle the situation.

Motion was made by Commissioner Garrels to approve the eight legislative
proposals as submitted and to add to the legislative package, legislation
removing the motor size limit on Lake MacBride.  Seconded by Commissioner
Sullivan.  Roll call vote was as follows:  Richard Garrels -- Aye:  Paul
Christiansen -- Nay:  Bill Sullivan -- Aye:  Joan Schneider -- May:  Kim
Francisco -- Aye:  Marian Meyer -- Aye.  Motion carried on a 4-2 vote.

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