Tonawanda boat launch fees

[Tony Scime]

I went to the Town of Tonawanda recreational office to get my season boat launch pass. I've had one every year since 1980. I was told that they are not offering season passes this year but will be charging a daily $10 fee. 

Also, the fee will be paid using a phone ap and a credit card just like the downtown parking lots. No cash.

I went to the boat launch and saw that there's nothing set-up for payment yet and that no fee was being charged.

Has anyone else heard anything?

If you're a retired senior and like to get out a few hours every few days that $10 fee can really add up, especially if you have to continue paying into November or December.

[Tony Scime]

I checked the Town of Tonawanda website and it looks like they're only charging launch fees until September 2. So fall fishing should be free, I think. 

You do have to create an account with the Town to use the ap and make the payment. 

I just wonder if they're really enforcing the thing. 

[John Jarosz]

Three and a half miles down the road is the Isle View launch, which might be a good alternative.

[Capt. Larry D. Jones]

I think those of us who live in the Town of Tonawanda should show up at next Town Meeting a complain about No Resident Launch Yearly Permit!

[Tony Scime]

I guess they changed their minds. I picked my season pass up this morning. 

Thank you, Andy, for the info.