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RM of Prairie Lakes Reeve Darren Seymour stands in council chambers in front of a map of the municipality. Seymour said that while there is some opposition to the boat policy, it is a small group. Seymour said that the long-term health of the lake is a priority, which is why the RM chose to implement a one boat, one lake policy with inspections for visitors. On the concern about reducing tourism, Seymour said that the $40 inspection fee is not nearly as important as good fishing and good weather. He said that fishing has been slow this year. (Connor McDowell/Brandon Sun)