Wrangell port commission looks to deal with inactive vessels taking up moorage space

The Wrangell port commission has started work on a proposed ordinance intended to solve the problem of inactive vessels taking up moorage space while a growing waitlist strains harbor capacity.

Commissioners discussed the idea at their Sept. 4 meeting. Harbormaster Steve Miller said there are about 25 to 30 boats waiting for moorage space, prompting the look at new rules.

Inactive vessels taking up space is an ongoing problem, Miller reported to the commission.

Harbor staff “have been working diligently to address vessels that have been identified as potential sinking hazards or that have rema...