Summary
The Marine Bureau has destroyed 122 abandoned boats since 2019 at over $900,000 in cost, with state grant funding shrinking from $400,000 to $50,000. Staff are exploring recycling lead keels and boat donations to cut costs.
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Last discussed May 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
About $200,000 a year in the budget for vessel destruction, offset partly by shrinking state grants.
✅Who benefits
Boaters and waterfront users who benefit from cleaner, safer waterways.
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