Deborah Steadman | Support SB594

I support SB594 and ask that you vote in favor of this bill. SB594 will prevent unnecessary use of agitators that create thin ice and this creates a risk to anglers, snowmobilers, cross country skiers and others. I live on Webster Lake in Franklin and have experienced agitators that created thin ice and a dangerous situation for anglers and snowmobilers. My lake has removable docks and agitators are not necessary. Natural ice cover is necessary for lake health and increased sunlight into the water can increase the chances of invasive species growth and cyanobacteria blooms.