Marinas Relief: Lower Fees, Longer Leases for Recreational Facilities Access.
This bill aims to reduce operating costs for marinas leasing federal land managed by the Corps of Engineers. It lowers rental calculations by excluding high-value sales like fuel and boats, and standardizes administrative fees with strict caps. These changes are intended to provide financial stability to operators, potentially ensuring better maintenance and continued public access to recreational water facilities.
Key points
Reduced rent for marina operators by excluding receipts from fuel, boats, and prepared food from the main rental calculation.
Standardized and capped administrative fees (up to $50,000 for major projects) across all Corps districts, eliminating unpredictable charges.
Mandatory long-term leases (minimum 50 years for initial or first renewal) to encourage significant investment in public recreational infrastructure.
Prohibits the Corps of Engineers from requiring marina operators to pay wages higher than the federal minimum wage as a lease condition.
Status:
Introduced
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