The board reversed the decision. We won.
December 4, 2020
Final supporters
On October 15th, 2020, the Bel Marin Keys CSD voted to approve the shortening of the ski area in Sunset Lagoon. This vote was a very disappointing display of overreach by our CSD based on a few complaints from neighbors. The CSD did not do any broad outreach or notification to the community. The decision was not based on safety (as purported) and will actually make operating watercraft in Sunset Lagoon less safe. The turn radius is now smack dab in the middle of the thruway of the lagoons. The decision did not take into account the potential legal implications for the CSD and thus the residents of BMK. Every community member who spoke at the meeting last night opposed the CSD moving forward with the vote but three members on the CSD ignored those residents and proceeded forward anyway.
Whether you agree with the vote or not, it should concern all of us that our CSD was willing to push a major change like this through without first understanding the safety and legal implications and engaging us as residents. Even if you may agree with this decision, will you agree with the next one? Will you even know about the next one?
I’m asking all residents to please sign the following petition opposing the CSD’s decision and asking that the Board modify its process for getting resident involvement in decisions like this one.
https://www.ipetitions.com/petition/bmk-residents-...
If you’re a homeowner on the Blvd, Bahama Reef, or Del Oro, this change will impact you greatly. Shortening the ski area means more traffic, more turns, more wake, and increased risk. The CSD is trying to fix something that isn’t broken. Its hard to see how the long-term plan isn’t about eliminating skiing in Sunset Lagoon all together. And that should worry us all from a lifestyle and property value standpoint. That is a major reason why people relocate to our beautiful fun neighborhood. It’s certainly why I brought my family here.
Thank you for you consideration.
Updates
October 18, 2020
The CSD board is still ignoring our requests for a follow up meeting. We are currently scouting for legal counsel to review the vote.
Reached 100 supporters
October 18, 2020
71 Comments
This is the second time this has been tried. The CSD does not have the right to take away an amenity they benefits all residents to accommodate just a few disgruntled homeowners. Legal action and serious expenses will be incurred by the CSD if this proceeds.
I live on Del Oro Lagoon and a shortened ski run would negatively impact my experience and increase traffic, noise, and risk.
This is the first time I have heard about this, and just finished reading the Neighbor to Neighbor newsletter that includes a good reminder for boaters, but also a map of existing waterways. I am appalled at this decision, as it effects everyone including North Lagoon as they will likely see a large increase in boat traffic.
Please please don’t ruin BMK. BMK born and raised, fun in the lagoons shaped who I am today. I’d like to raise my son the same way. No more restrictions you already ruined the awesome sport we created “ boat surfing”
Wide angle, I agree that the process was not as transparent as it should have been. On a narrower focus, shortening the ski run will have significant impact in wear and tear on many of our docks and shoreline. Finally, I feel the safety concerns are well-founded. Let’s reverse this decision, and re-address the matter as an open dialogue.
Vince is a chauvinistic pig, he verbally assaulted my wife with a profanity laced tirade
This is a knee jerk reaction. CSD please consult with Marin County Counsel regarding this change in regards to the opening up of liability to our District. This flies in direct opposition to the Professional Ski Association Safety standards as well as The recommendation of professional and legal advised that had set the standards and rules for which we have all been living by without one accident or boating injury.
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The board reversed the decision. We won.
December 4, 2020
Final supporters
On October 15th, 2020, the Bel Marin Keys CSD voted to approve the shortening of the ski area in Sunset Lagoon. This vote was a very disappointing display of overreach by our CSD based on a few complaints from neighbors. The CSD did not do any broad outreach or notification to the community. The decision was not based on safety (as purported) and will actually make operating watercraft in Sunset Lagoon less safe. The turn radius is now smack dab in the middle of the thruway of the lagoons. The decision did not take into account the potential legal implications for the CSD and thus the residents of BMK. Every community member who spoke at the meeting last night opposed the CSD moving forward with the vote but three members on the CSD ignored those residents and proceeded forward anyway.
Whether you agree with the vote or not, it should concern all of us that our CSD was willing to push a major change like this through without first understanding the safety and legal implications and engaging us as residents. Even if you may agree with this decision, will you agree with the next one? Will you even know about the next one?
I’m asking all residents to please sign the following petition opposing the CSD’s decision and asking that the Board modify its process for getting resident involvement in decisions like this one.
https://www.ipetitions.com/petition/bmk-residents-...
If you’re a homeowner on the Blvd, Bahama Reef, or Del Oro, this change will impact you greatly. Shortening the ski area means more traffic, more turns, more wake, and increased risk. The CSD is trying to fix something that isn’t broken. Its hard to see how the long-term plan isn’t about eliminating skiing in Sunset Lagoon all together. And that should worry us all from a lifestyle and property value standpoint. That is a major reason why people relocate to our beautiful fun neighborhood. It’s certainly why I brought my family here.
Thank you for you consideration.
Updates
October 18, 2020
The CSD board is still ignoring our requests for a follow up meeting. We are currently scouting for legal counsel to review the vote.
Reached 100 supporters
October 18, 2020
71 Comments
Stoping sking in BMK is a step in the wrong direction. -It helps bound our strong boating community with family interaction. -Keeps are place unique. -Maintains are real estate values. -Very few places left that you can have this kind of recreation in your own back yard. Anyone who has bought a home in BMK did so knowing that watersking was always part of it. -
This is the second time this has been tried. The CSD does not have the right to take away an amenity they benefits all residents to accommodate just a few disgruntled homeowners. Legal action and serious expenses will be incurred by the CSD if this proceeds.
I live on Del Oro Lagoon and a shortened ski run would negatively impact my experience and increase traffic, noise, and risk.
This is the first time I have heard about this, and just finished reading the Neighbor to Neighbor newsletter that includes a good reminder for boaters, but also a map of existing waterways. I am appalled at this decision, as it effects everyone including North Lagoon as they will likely see a large increase in boat traffic.
Please please don’t ruin BMK. BMK born and raised, fun in the lagoons shaped who I am today. I’d like to raise my son the same way. No more restrictions you already ruined the awesome sport we created “ boat surfing”
Wide angle, I agree that the process was not as transparent as it should have been. On a narrower focus, shortening the ski run will have significant impact in wear and tear on many of our docks and shoreline. Finally, I feel the safety concerns are well-founded. Let’s reverse this decision, and re-address the matter as an open dialogue.
Vince is a chauvinistic pig, he verbally assaulted my wife with a profanity laced tirade
This is a knee jerk reaction. CSD please consult with Marin County Counsel regarding this change in regards to the opening up of liability to our District. This flies in direct opposition to the Professional Ski Association Safety standards as well as The recommendation of professional and legal advised that had set the standards and rules for which we have all been living by without one accident or boating injury.
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Stoping sking in BMK is a step in the wrong direction. -It helps bound our strong boating community with family interaction. -Keeps are place unique. -Maintains are real estate values. -Very few places left that you can have this kind of recreation in your own back yard. Anyone who has bought a home in BMK did so knowing that watersking was always part of it. -