Bear Lake Comments

Name: Sid Davis
Address:
Date: 2/25/2009

Dear Sir,

I would ask that you forward this message (comments) to the appropriate individual. I am unable to attend the open hearing in Salt Lake regarding the planning for Bear Lake. I have a couple of concerns. My family and I own property that boarders the Bear Lake bed (public Beaches) or beaches just below Garden City. I have concerns with the existing policy in place and would like my comments to be considered.

  1. There is no concession for people with disabilities who enter the public area. The fee structure does not allow a reduce fee or possible waiver. As compared to Utah State Parks which offer a life time pass (w/o a fee) to individuals with a disability as well as our National Parks systems. While I understand the financial benefit to the community, some flexibility and understanding needs to be considered by the those developing these policies. People with disabilities make less income than the average person and a financial break here and there is needed.
  2. 4 wheeler restrictions. I support the current policy during peak hours, but in the evening the beach is quiet and the public has retreated to the community. Offering the option to ride a 4 wheeler on the beach and enjoy the evening hours would be appreicated. I would support continue enforcement of the helmet laws and speed zones during the evening hours. But a relaxed tone would be appreciate.
  3. Offer a season pass to the public beach area. A vast majority of the season holders would be locals who pay property taxes anyway.
  4. Better enforcement of keeping dog/animals on leashes.

I would appreciate acknowledgement of thie email.

Thank you for your time.
Sid Davis