A. Not directly, although we are always negotiating for improvements.

A. This is at Stillwater Marina’s discretion, but the short answer is because of the cost of repairs, maintenance and insurance.

A. Yes, but it has never been made available to us to purchase. It would also require 80% approval of the members, dissolution of the MPYH nonprofit organization, reorganization as a for-profit company, and extensive outside financing for starters.

A. Yes, if you want your boat stored in the main parking area. This is a Stillwater Marina policy.

A. Yes, but you are restricted to the area north of West Marine. This is a Stillwater Marina policy. However, you cannot do your own shrink-wrapping due to safety concerns and insurance restrictions.

A. No. However, an outside contractor working on the boat while in the slip must be bonded and insured. Likewise, outside shrink-wrap installers must be bonded and insured. You cannot do your own shrink-wrapping due to safety concerns and insurance restrictions.

A. Yes.

A. Parking is available to members on a first-come first-serve basis. Camping in the parking lot (van, RV, camper, etc.) is NOT allowed unless permitted by SM. (ASR)

A. MPYH does not control the parking areas. Stillwater Marina controls the main parking lot around the service buildings. The city owns the land along the railroad tracks.

A. It has always been The Association’s intent and desire to have the marina primarily owner occupied. This limitation was created to guard against individuals or entities buying up large blocks of the marina for rental slips. (Bylaws Article 4, section 1, 11/9/96)

A. The liability insurance carrier for MPYH requires that member boats are insured and that our organization does due diligence in seeing to it that members stay current.

A. Each member is issued two access cards. If you are renting out your slip, you must give your renter at least one of your cards. Members wanting an additional card for a dependant child may fill out an application and pay a $150 refundable deposit for an additional card. Lost or stolen cards are replaced in pairs at a cost of $150 per set.

A. Yes. However, your primary and secondary watercrafts, together, cannot protrude more than 3 feet beyond the end of the dock finger. The secondary craft may not be longer than the width of your slip. It must be insured and display a current MPYH sticker.

A. No.

A. No. But you can move your boat to a tie-along space and allow your guest to use your slip as long as you notify the board or your dock rep in advance, AND your guest provides written proof of insurance. VERBAL CLAIMS OF PERMISSION AND INSURANCE ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.

A. No.

A. Yes.

A. In harbor travel is closed throttle, steerage only as in all no-wake zones.

A. You must be considerate of your neighbors AT ALL TIMES. Unreasonable noise and large parties after 10 PM are not allowed. You are also responsible for the actions of your guests. Inconsiderate behavior in the slip may result in a grievance filed against you. In serious cases, revocation of your membership is a possibility.

A. The purpose of the grievance is to inform the Board of a situation – whether a single or continuing incident – that is a rule violation which is disrupting the “quiet enjoyment” of one’s slip. The grievance may be filed against another member, renter, or guest. It should be mailed or presented to the Board in writing, signed and dated. A detailed account of the incident should be described along with supporting statements from witnesses, security, and/or police. The Board will notify the member/renter/guest to appear before the board where resolution will be discussed. In serious cases, revocation of your membership is a possibility.

A. A slip may be cabled for nonpayment of dues, violations of rules of conduct, incomplete slip documentation or failure to supply proof of insurance. A “courtesy cable” may be requested by the slip owner at no charge to keep unauthorized boats out if the slip is empty.

A. Satisfy the violation and pay a $50 fee to MPYH. Cables are removed Monday through Thursday only. Unauthorized removal or damage to lock/cable will result in additional fines and/or a grievance filed against you.

A. MPYH hires an off-duty law enforcement officer to patrol the docks on weekend evenings and summer holidays. If you have an emergency, call 911. If you have a general security concern, contact the board.

A. You must hire a licensed electrical contractor to modify or add shore power. Contact your dock rep for more information.

A. Contact the MPYH office at 612-464-2351 for forms and information. This information is also available on the MPYH website at MPYH.com.

A. No. The fees associated with credit card transactions are high and would require raising the annual fees to all members to offset the cost.

A. Association fee statements are sent out on December 15 and due January 15. If you do not pay the balance in full by January 15, the outstanding balance will be charged a 1.5% late fee per month. All fees must be paid in full before April 15 or use and possession of your slip will be denied and cancellation of Occupancy Agreement procedures will be started.

A. No. Per our Long Term Renewable Lease, association fees are used to pay rent to Stillwater Marina and therefore not tax deductible for members.