2009 Boat Inspection Program Launches at Lake
Arlington
Lake Arlington boaters can now have their vessels inspected free of
charge.
Beginning Saturday, April 25, the Dive, Search and Rescue Division of
the Arlington Fire Department in partnership with the U.S. Coast
Guard Auxiliary will be on hand to inspect boats from 8 a.m. to Noon
at Richard Simpson Park Boat Ramp at Lake Arlington.
The inspection program is voluntary, and boats earning the official
Coast Guard Vessel Safety Check sticker can apply to their insurance
provider for a reduction in premiums.
“It’s our third year to provide this community with a service
designed to promote boater safety at Lake Arlington", said Captain
Randall of the Arlington Fire Department. "We want the people who use
Lake Arlington to have a positive experience when they come here,
and we want them to know we are looking out for their welfare. If
the vessel is in an unsafe condition, boaters run the risk of having
these problems ruin theirs or others weekend. The Vessel Safety
Check only takes about 10 minutes. We have an official Coast Guard
Auxiliary Representative on site to certify the inspection and
answer any questions boaters may have. We encourage boaters to take
advantage of this free service”.
2009
Inspection dates are April 25, May 16, June 27, July 18, August 8
and 29.
