JERRIANNE Seger

I strongly support this bill as it provides funding to improve both water safety and water quality. Everyone who enjoys the beauty of our pristine lakes should share in the responsibility of caring for them. Living on Lake Sunapee I see many examples of irresponsible boaters, either through ignorance or intent, who need to be better educated on safe and accountable boating. Currently our marine patrol is seriously understaffed and this bill will aid is financing additional staff. The importance of studying cyanobacteria and looking for solutions to this increasing danger to our lakes cannot be underestimated. Our lakes are an invaluable resource and ensuring their long term health is imperative. This bill will help fund these efforts. Again I strongly support this bill and ask for your support as well. Thank you for listening.