Save Boating in Mission Bay: Act Now!

In its current form, the City’s proposed De Anza Natural plan would result in an outright ban of motorized boating in Northeast Mission Bay without proper studies or public input, and could create an alarming precedent for other hasty boating bans in Mission Bay.

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Use this page to easily send a letter! If you are able to customize your own letter, let the City and regulatory agencies know that instead of sudden bans, it should engage in a study to understand the impacts of boating and consider sustainable measures seen in other areas of Mission Bay that protect wildlife and recreational access!

Your support ensures Mission Bay thrives for boaters, families and wildlife. Thank you for being part of this important cause!

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Dear City of San Diego Councilmembers, Planning Department Staff, CA Department of Fish and Wildlife staff, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service staff,

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I am writing to express serious concerns over the proposed changes to boating access in Northeast Mission Bay Park outlined in the De Anza Natural plan.

Aquatic recreation is an integral activity for countless San Diegans and visitors of Northeast Mission Bay. Today, this area is a key destination for working families who rely on the lower-cost accommodations available in this area of Mission Bay Park to access the coast. In fact, many of these families experience boating for the first time by renting a watercraft while camping.  The prospect of an outright ban on motorized boating in this area of Mission Bay, without proper studies or public input, is alarming and could set a troubling precedent for future unchecked restrictions on coastal access.

Elsewhere in Mission Bay, the City has successfully implemented sustainable practices, balancing the enjoyment of motorized boating with environmental preservation. If properly studied, a similar strategy may be adopted for Northeast Mission Bay that does not cut off access for the public.

Now is not the time for hasty bans. I implore you to undertake adequate analysis and seek public input to understand the potential impacts on both the environment and public access. This approach will allow for carefully planned measures to be considered that may ensure the continued enjoyment of boating while safeguarding the unique ecosystem of Mission Bay.

Please consider the public’s input by requiring a thorough study before making any irreversible decisions, and thank you for your time and commitment to the well-being of our community.

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