After safety debate, Bonner County temporarily applies state water‑ski rules while seeking legal opinion
Jun 24, 2026
Following concerns from marine deputies about safety and enforceability, the Bonner County commissioners resolved to follow the less‑restrictive Idaho statute on water‑ski observers while requesting a prosecutor opinion on whether the county can retain a more restrictive local ordinance; the board set an effective temporary adoption through Oct. 1, 2026 or sooner.
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Bonner County commissioners on June 23 moved to align local enforcement of water‑ski observer rules with recently amended Idaho statute 67‑7024 while the county prosecutor’s office reviews whether a more restrictive county ordinance can remain in force.
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