New York A00715 amends canal law to set operating dates for canal locks and lift bridges and mandates preservation of Erie Canal's historic resources.

New York A00715 amends the canal law to establish the operating period for the locks and lift bridges of the canal system from May first to November fifteenth annually. The bill also mandates that the canal corporation maintain and preserve the Erie Canal's historic resources, including its structures, floating plant, and unique landside features. Additionally, it permits commercial boat companies to use state drydocks, travel lifts, and other facilities for emergency repairs and non-navigation season storage, subject to prescribed rates.

New York A00715 amends canal law to set operating dates for canal locks and lift bridges and mandates preservation of Erie Canal's historic resources.

New York A00715 amends the canal law to establish the operating period for the locks and lift bridges of the canal system from May first to November fifteenth annually. The bill also mandates that the canal corporation maintain and preserve the Erie Canal's historic resources, including its structures, floating plant, and unique landside features. Additionally, it permits commercial boat companies to use state drydocks, travel lifts, and other facilities for emergency repairs and non-navigation season storage, subject to prescribed rates.