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3. g. Some boats are more environmentally harmful than others - e.g. large power boats vs. sailfish; yet the LMCD plan does not consider the environmental effect of these conditions or establish a standard for density or even consider the possible necessity for numerical limitations on particular types of boats. The plan is misdirected in focusing on the promotion of increased use of the lake and the establishment of new access points and recreational land destinations for boaters particularly as a first priority, and as a precondition for future regulations. a. d. These matters have been the subject of several previous reports as stated in the plan, are the special concern of other agencies, and are not part of the mandate of the LMCD; While the implementation of those plans will have an effect upon the environment, an environmental plan is needed now, not afterwards; The environmental question is not who should have access or pay for it, but how many and what types of watercraft are being or will be used, and how this affects the lake; So far as the environment is concerned, the LMCD should immediately: 1. Establish the permissable density standards for optimum environmental protection and for purposes of boating safety; 2. Seek increased enforcement of existing regulations with emphasis on additional use of the water patrol, and consider methods of increased cooperation with and use of local police agencies (drunken boating, littering); 3. Require and encourage boat users education in right of way rules, etc., and in safe operation of their boats through licensing of boaters and certification requirements - e.g. power squadron certification is available; ■» 4. Adopt appropriate rules relating to noise pollution, "quiet waters," speed, wakes, etc., and ensure enforcement; 5. Give parallel consideration and regulation to the effects of wintertime use - ice houses, snowmobiles, cross country skiers, etc.;