Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation

Rule R651-801

Swimming Prohibited

Five-Year Notice of Review and Statement of Continuation

DAR File No.: 34426
Filed: 02/10/2011 12:19:47 PM

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Statute authorizes the State Parks Board to regulate water safety on the boating waters of the state in Section 73-18b-1: "The Board of Parks and Recreation may make rules necessary to promote safety in swimming, scuba diving, and related activities on any waters where public boating is permitted."

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No written comments in support or opposition of this rule have been received.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

It is important for public safety that individuals do not swim in areas that are hazardous or frequented by boating traffic. Therefore, this rule should be continued.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Tammy Wright at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7359, by FAX at 801-538-7378, or by Internet E-mail at [email protected]

Authorized by:

Fred Hayes, Acting Operations Deputy Director

Effective:

02/10/2011