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![[*]](./images/xpsilver/default_icon.gif) posted on 3-9-2010 at 08:46 PM |
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Russell Co. to build public restrooms at old Ali.1 site?
**no official publications reporting this that I can find but**
I hear Russell Co. Fiscal Court voted to build new public restrooms at the old Alligator 1 site for a cost of near $18,000 with half being paid by
matching funds. County workers will be doing most of the work.
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| posted on 3-9-2010 at 11:58 PM |
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Why?
I use the new ramp often. I could think of many ways to spend $18K that might have more purpose, like some floating day docks for boarding passengers
after launching and maybe a little ongoing maintenance and clean-up of the new and old ramps when necessary. A trash can or two wouldn't hurt
either. Probably a lot less money, too.
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| posted on 3-10-2010 at 12:16 AM |
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Knowing government like I do, I wonder how much good this will do when they don't bother to spend $18 to maintain toilet paper in the facility.
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| posted on 3-10-2010 at 07:07 AM |
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Roadtrip
I use the new ramp often. I could think of many ways to spend $18K that might have more purpose, like some floating day docks for boarding passengers
after launching and maybe a little ongoing maintenance and clean-up of the new and old ramps when necessary. A trash can or two wouldn't hurt
either. Probably a lot less money, too. |
I second this thought for sure!
Would sure like to some docks for boat launching.
When life sneeks up on you....so does time!!
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| posted on 3-10-2010 at 11:28 AM |
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Nervous_Wreck
| Quote: | Originally posted by Roadtrip
I use the new ramp often. I could think of many ways to spend $18K that might have more purpose, like some floating day docks for boarding passengers
after launching and maybe a little ongoing maintenance and clean-up of the new and old ramps when necessary. A trash can or two wouldn't hurt
either. Probably a lot less money, too. |
I second this thought for sure!
Would sure like to some docks for boat launching. |
Co-Captain Slippery and I also agree. A small dock that is in more than 4 foot of water would be money better spent than bathrooms.
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| posted on 3-10-2010 at 04:19 PM |
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My post wasnt entirely correct, the county will be applying for the restrooms. Sorry.
from LakerCountry.com;
The county will be applying for a “Land and Water Conservation” grant, which if approved, will be used to construct new bathroom facilities at what
was formerly Alligator Dock #1. The Fiscal Court hopes to lease that property from the Corp of Engineers for public use. New, public bathroom
facilities will cost approximately $18,000. The county’s 50% match for grant funds can come from “in kind contributions” such as using county
equipment and employee labor on the project.
http://lakercountry.com/2010/03/09/other-action-by-fiscal-court-monday-night/
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Nervous_Wreck
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| posted on 3-11-2010 at 06:59 AM |
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Wonder what it would take to get some docks installed?
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| posted on 3-11-2010 at 08:14 AM |
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I think that next, they are going to build a castle at London Dock.
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| posted on 3-11-2010 at 08:23 AM |
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This is a good thing, a dock would be a good thing as well...
But why is it so important to find fault with the project before it is even begun? I would think the biggest concern would be the vandals and jerks
who will try to distroy or ruin it for the rest of the people who may need the facility. Just like those who would leave their boats tied to the
docks (should we get them) whilst they run an errand or go for lunch and such.
Lets wait and see what is provided before condeming the provider.
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| posted on 3-11-2010 at 02:25 PM |
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A loading dock isn't a problem if you call the Corr & ask to put one in. I do not think they will pay for LOADIND Docks. Also someone must be
responibile to let it in/out as the water rises/drops. Anyone tied up to a loading/unloading dock could be fined or the area could lose such a
privelage.
Bathrooms @ a ramp. Who will maintain them, clean them, stock them with basic supplies?
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| posted on 3-11-2010 at 02:48 PM |
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Lollie II
This is a good thing, a dock would be a good thing as well...
But why is it so important to find fault with the project before it is even begun? I would think the biggest concern would be the vandals and jerks
who will try to distroy or ruin it for the rest of the people who may need the facility. Just like those who would leave their boats tied to the
docks (should we get them) whilst they run an errand or go for lunch and such.
Lets wait and see what is provided before condeming the provider. |
Exactly--Maybe the folks responsible for awarding the grant will view this thread. Considering some very small amount of the grant will be paid by me,
my vote is to give it to some place that will appreciate it---obviously not here.
This sort of negativity and attitude has become very popular by members of this site for the past year to 18 months. I am beginning to remember why I
had stopped posting.
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Nervous_Wreck
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| posted on 3-11-2010 at 07:50 PM |
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I am a very optimistic person. I take 'nothing' for granted. However, storing my boat up on the hill, YES, a few docks would sure be appreciated!
Hmmmmm....
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| posted on 3-11-2010 at 10:07 PM |
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I've been told by what seems to be a reliable source, since the bathrooms are becoming a reality, that there is a three year plan. The area has been
taken over by the county and the first year the state/county are putting in the public bathrooms, the next summer there will be a community dock and
the third summer this area will no longer be county run and there will be a small number of private slips there again. I think it sounds like a
plan!
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| posted on 3-12-2010 at 06:27 AM |
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| Quote: | Originally posted by gatorgirl
I've been told by what seems to be a reliable source, since the bathrooms are becoming a reality, that there is a three year plan. The area has been
taken over by the county and the first year the state/county are putting in the public bathrooms, the next summer there will be a community dock and
the third summer this area will no longer be county run and there will be a small number of private slips there again. I think it sounds like a
plan! |
That is good news! Sure hope it becomes a reality.
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| posted on 3-12-2010 at 10:20 AM |
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| Quote: | Originally posted by gatorgirl
I've been told by what seems to be a reliable source, since the bathrooms are becoming a reality, that there is a three year plan. The area has been
taken over by the county and the first year the state/county are putting in the public bathrooms, the next summer there will be a community dock and
the third summer this area will no longer be county run and there will be a small number of private slips there again. I think it sounds like a
plan! |
Thanks Gator Girl. This sounds great. I just hope it happens.
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| posted on 3-12-2010 at 11:37 AM |
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Not negativity, just feedback...
The new ramp is awesome at Ali 1.
I put a 30 foot cruiser in and out of there all last season. After, we put in, my wife would drive around to Ali2 and hop on the boat there.
And then reverse the whole program when coming back.
Workable, but not great.
Hence my initial reaction, I would postively enjoy a pick-up dock and it would add much more to my boating day than a restroom.
Sorry, if it looked negative, but as a regular user of this ramp, I felt it merited mention, if any improvements are under consideration. Restrooms
would be great, but I suggest boarding docks beforehand, as it would have a greater impact for the users of this ramp.
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| posted on 3-13-2010 at 11:07 AM |
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And a security light please, it's very dark down there when the sun goes down. We used the old piece of dock last year at the poker run, it worked
but that climb up the hill was a b*t#h. A new dock would be nice.
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| posted on 3-13-2010 at 11:32 PM |
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| Quote: | Originally posted by greenwenvy
And a security light please, it's very dark down there when the sun goes down. |
This is true. Either Full moon or come in afore dark... I is as black as a witch's heart sometimes. I too launch there and park at II.
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