Annual Shoreline Cleanup on the horizon — time to sign up
By Staff reports
lakenewsonline.com
Posted Jan 30, 2010 @ 06:15 AM
Lake of the Ozarks, Mo. —
It’s time to get singed up to be a part of the annual Shoreline Cleanup.
Workshops have been scheduled Feb. 17 and 18 for anyone interested in participating in the Adopt-the-Shoreline program and the 2010 Annual Shoreline Beautification Cleanup at Lake of the Ozarks.
The workshops will provide an opportunity for new and prospective Adopt-the-Shoreline members to learn about the program and how to conduct successful cleanups.
They will also help current members prepare for spring cleanup projects and provide a forum for sharing ideas with newcomers.
Four workshops have been scheduled to prepare volunteers for the 2010 spring cleanup, set for March 13 through April 18.
Workshop topics will include how to adopt sections of shoreline or assist other cleanup groups, required boating equipment and tools, volunteer recognition and safety procedures to insure a safe and fun cleanup.
Adopt-the-Shoreline is sponsored by AmerenUE, which provides administrative support, supplies trash bags, and pays for disposal, but the cleanups are performed entirely by volunteers.
Copyright 2010 Serving Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks region including Osage Beach, Camdenton, Lake Ozark, Eldon and Sunrise Beach. Some rights reserved
Workshops have been scheduled Feb. 17 and 18 for anyone interested in participating in the Adopt-the-Shoreline program and the 2010 Annual Shoreline Beautification Cleanup at Lake of the Ozarks.
The workshops will provide an opportunity for new and prospective Adopt-the-Shoreline members to learn about the program and how to conduct successful cleanups.
They will also help current members prepare for spring cleanup projects and provide a forum for sharing ideas with newcomers.
Four workshops have been scheduled to prepare volunteers for the 2010 spring cleanup, set for March 13 through April 18.
Workshop topics will include how to adopt sections of shoreline or assist other cleanup groups, required boating equipment and tools, volunteer recognition and safety procedures to insure a safe and fun cleanup.
Adopt-the-Shoreline is sponsored by AmerenUE, which provides administrative support, supplies trash bags, and pays for disposal, but the cleanups are performed entirely by volunteers.
Copyright 2010 Serving Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks region including Osage Beach, Camdenton, Lake Ozark, Eldon and Sunrise Beach. Some rights reserved
lakenewsonline.com-Posted Jan 01,2010
New Lake of the Ozarks dock 911 address law now in effect
Jefferson City, Mo. — NEW LAKE SAFETY LAW TAKES EFFECT JANUARY 1st - Requires Dock Owners to Post Address
On January 1, 2010, a new state law took effect that requires dock owners on Missouri lakes to post the closest emergency address for their dock. The goal is faster response times by emergency services to incidents on the water. Emergency address postings on docks will also aid in non-emergency calls for services for lost or disabled boaters.
The new law affects docks on Lake of the Ozarks and all Missouri lakes managed by the United States Army Corps of Engineers. The law states that "the appropriate '911' address or in the absence of a '911' system, the physical address nearest to the dock by land," must be posted. It is suggested that the sign be posted so that it is visible when looking at the dock from the water. The Missouri State Water Patrol recommends a minimum of three inch letters be used when posting addresses on docks. For maximum visibility, the address should be in a color that contrasts with the backing. Reflective paint or material is preferred for the lettering.
If you are unsure of the closest emergency or 911 address for your dock, please contact your local emergency services office or sheriff's department. Many local sign shops are now printing dock signs that conform to the new law. Owners who wish to make their own signs can purchase reflective lettering at most hardware stores. The Water Patrol suggests that the posted address include the street number and street name and the zip code, or 911 address and zip code. For convenience, the dock permit number, which in most instances must already be displayed, can be posted alongside the emergency address.
Dock owners should also be aware of additional requirements for the posting of dock information from the agency that permits docks on their lake. Docks on Lake of the Ozarks are permitted by Ameren UE. More information and examples for posting requirements at Lake of the Ozarks can be found at the Ameren UE website: http://www.ameren.com/LakeOzarks/ADC_911Posting.asp .
Posting requirements for docks on lakes controlled by the United States Army Corps of Engineers are determined by the lake project office. For a listing of United States Army Corps of Engineers project offices see the following site: http://www.usace.army.mil/about/Pages/Locations.aspx .
The posting of emergency addresses on docks will enhance safety on Missouri's lakes. You can call the Missouri State Water Patrol with any questions regarding the new law at 573-751-3333. Copyright 2010 Serving Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks region including Osage Beach, Camdenton, Lake Ozark, Eldon and Sunrise Beach. Some rights reserved
On January 1, 2010, a new state law took effect that requires dock owners on Missouri lakes to post the closest emergency address for their dock. The goal is faster response times by emergency services to incidents on the water. Emergency address postings on docks will also aid in non-emergency calls for services for lost or disabled boaters.
The new law affects docks on Lake of the Ozarks and all Missouri lakes managed by the United States Army Corps of Engineers. The law states that "the appropriate '911' address or in the absence of a '911' system, the physical address nearest to the dock by land," must be posted. It is suggested that the sign be posted so that it is visible when looking at the dock from the water. The Missouri State Water Patrol recommends a minimum of three inch letters be used when posting addresses on docks. For maximum visibility, the address should be in a color that contrasts with the backing. Reflective paint or material is preferred for the lettering.
If you are unsure of the closest emergency or 911 address for your dock, please contact your local emergency services office or sheriff's department. Many local sign shops are now printing dock signs that conform to the new law. Owners who wish to make their own signs can purchase reflective lettering at most hardware stores. The Water Patrol suggests that the posted address include the street number and street name and the zip code, or 911 address and zip code. For convenience, the dock permit number, which in most instances must already be displayed, can be posted alongside the emergency address.
Dock owners should also be aware of additional requirements for the posting of dock information from the agency that permits docks on their lake. Docks on Lake of the Ozarks are permitted by Ameren UE. More information and examples for posting requirements at Lake of the Ozarks can be found at the Ameren UE website: http://www.ameren.com/LakeOzarks/ADC_911Posting.asp .
Posting requirements for docks on lakes controlled by the United States Army Corps of Engineers are determined by the lake project office. For a listing of United States Army Corps of Engineers project offices see the following site: http://www.usace.army.mil/about/Pages/Locations.aspx .
The posting of emergency addresses on docks will enhance safety on Missouri's lakes. You can call the Missouri State Water Patrol with any questions regarding the new law at 573-751-3333. Copyright 2010 Serving Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks region including Osage Beach, Camdenton, Lake Ozark, Eldon and Sunrise Beach. Some rights reserved
Lake's Water Safety Council promotes designated captains
Lake Sun Leader-Posted Jun 06,2009
Lake of the Ozarks, Mo. — Esther Cho
esther.cho@lakesunonline.com
In an effort to promote water safety at the lake, the Water Safety Council will continue their campaign to encourage boaters to designate a captain.
The organization is bringing waterfront businesses on board by asking them to provide non-alcoholic beverages to designated boat drivers who present floating keychains.
“The message that you have on land is to buckle up and designate a driver, we’re taking the same message to the water,” said Trish Creach, executive director of the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce.
Currently about 30 waterfront businesses are participating, but the hope is to have more.
Any waterfront businesses that provide non-alcoholic beverages is eligible to participate; this includes marinas and restaurants.
Key chains can be found at various boating events and the Missouri Water Patrol is also handing them out to designated captains.
“There are so many people coming to vacation and have fun at the lake, it’s very important that fun includes responsible individuals,” Creach said. “This is a step toward taking responsibility toward safe boating so we can have a lake that is safe and fun for those who enjoy it and live here.”
Creach said the water safety program is being taken to a number of places, which is helping to raise more awareness.
“It’s a collective effort to truly promote water safety at the Lake of the Ozarks,” Creach said.
How businesses can participate
Contact the Convention and Visitor Bureau at 348-1599 or the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce at 964-1008
To get involved
The Water Safety Council meets every Tuesday of every month, 10 a.m. at the Quails Nest in Osage Beach.
About
Formed in 2006 to focus on safety issues at the lake. Aside from the designate a captain program, the Water Safety Council is also involved in programs to educate people on the use of jackets when on the water.
esther.cho@lakesunonline.com
In an effort to promote water safety at the lake, the Water Safety Council will continue their campaign to encourage boaters to designate a captain.
The organization is bringing waterfront businesses on board by asking them to provide non-alcoholic beverages to designated boat drivers who present floating keychains.
“The message that you have on land is to buckle up and designate a driver, we’re taking the same message to the water,” said Trish Creach, executive director of the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce.
Currently about 30 waterfront businesses are participating, but the hope is to have more.
Any waterfront businesses that provide non-alcoholic beverages is eligible to participate; this includes marinas and restaurants.
Key chains can be found at various boating events and the Missouri Water Patrol is also handing them out to designated captains.
“There are so many people coming to vacation and have fun at the lake, it’s very important that fun includes responsible individuals,” Creach said. “This is a step toward taking responsibility toward safe boating so we can have a lake that is safe and fun for those who enjoy it and live here.”
Creach said the water safety program is being taken to a number of places, which is helping to raise more awareness.
“It’s a collective effort to truly promote water safety at the Lake of the Ozarks,” Creach said.
How businesses can participate
Contact the Convention and Visitor Bureau at 348-1599 or the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce at 964-1008
To get involved
The Water Safety Council meets every Tuesday of every month, 10 a.m. at the Quails Nest in Osage Beach.
About
Formed in 2006 to focus on safety issues at the lake. Aside from the designate a captain program, the Water Safety Council is also involved in programs to educate people on the use of jackets when on the water.