Oneida County adopts $5 daily fee for Sand/Dam Lake boat launch

Aug 18, 2026

An ordinance amendment to charge a $5 daily boat launch fee at Sand/Dam Lake in Sugar Camp was advanced by the Public Works Committee and included in the consent agenda; the consent package passed by roll call (20 Aye; 1 Absent).

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The Public Works Committee recommended creation of a $5 daily boat launch fee at the Sand/Dam Lake boat launch in Sugar Camp and moved the ordinance amendment forward for Board action. The ordinance text specifies: "A daily boat launch fee of $5.00 shall be charged for the access and use of the Sand/Dam Lake boat launch in Sugar Camp." The committee cited the need for revenue to maintain, upgrade or replace launch components and recommended that the Highway Department manage the site.

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