WAKE-ENHANCED BOATING BILL MEETS STRONG OPPOSITION

A coalition of 100 Wisconsin-Based groups has joined voices in opposition of Assembly Bill 1033. The Bill addresses wake-enhanced boating. The group is the largest of its kind in Wisconsin’s history.

The opposition, which consists of thousands of Wisconsin voters is focused on the protection of Wisconsin’s lakes from wake enhanced boating. Wake boats can cost more than $500,000, and can produce up to 5-foot waves. The Bill now is now receiving additional opposition from the Wisconsin Towns Association, League of Municipalities, and more groups who share concerns regarding the legislation, contributing to the 100-group effort.

Nothing in the Bill addresses lake depths, and one of the coalition’s biggest concerns is the destruction caused to shallow lake bottoms by Wake boats. Currently, seventy-six towns across Wisconsin have passed ordinances restricting wake enhanced boating on the state’s beautiful lake system.

Residents who share the same passion for preserving Wisconsin’s great natural resources are urged to follow this link, search for your legislator and reach out to them with your concerns.