This NH Union Leader editorial states that the struggle to balance the budget is nothing new, but unfortunately neither is the solution. Once again, the governor and our legislators plan to dip into dedicated funds to balance the books. It’s hardly a winning strategy. Dedicated funds are those fees paid by users, or participants in certain activities, that are “dedicated” because they are designed to fund or cover costs associated with those specific activities. In state government, there are hundreds of such fees, established over time to fund specific purposes. We have posted this editorial as we believe the issue will assume increased importance to lake communities as the state increases its share of milfoil control funding.
New Hampshire Union Leader
DES Orders Marina to Apply for Six Dock Permits
Based on an affidavit by the previous owner, DES says all docks at Lakefront Landing Marina are “grandfathered.” but six channel docks must be moved closer to shore via the state permitting process.
Lakefront Owners Sue Again Over Taxes in Ossipee
More than 60 Ossipee Lake property owners have filed a second lawsuit, alleging that assessed property values “bear no rational relationship to the actual fair market values of the properties…”
Lakefront Landing Marina in Choppy Water Over Permits
Original permits can’t be found at DES, but Ossipee tax records show docks were in place in 2002 — two years before the current owner purchased the business.
Alliance Survey Finds State Pays Little for Milfoil Control Measures
Community funds, bake sales, and dive parties are among the grassroots fundraising efforts to keep milfoil in check in State-owned lakes.