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Venice and Sarasota County activate anchoring-limitation area in Roberts Bay to curb derelict vessels
Summary
Venice officials said an Anchorage Limitation Area in Roberts Bay became active March 1, 2025, establishing a 45‑day notice-and-removal process to reduce derelict and live‑aboard vessels that pose navigational and environmental risks to nearby homeowners.
Venice and Sarasota County officials described a newly active Anchorage Limitation Area (ALA) in Roberts Bay aimed at reducing derelict and long‑term anchored vessels near residential shorelines.
"The Anchorage Limitation Area ... is installed and effective and active in Roberts Bay as of 03/01/2025," said Ashley Castle, assistant director of public works for the City of Venice, summarizing the program's goal of keeping vessels moving and preventing abandonment adjacent to homes.
Master Officer Paul Joyce of the Venice Police Department marine patrol described the enforcement…
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