BOATERS could soon be hit with a hefty new $425 charge before heading out onto the water this spring.
The eye-watering fee would apply during peak holiday periods from Memorial Day weekend under plans being weighed up.
The vessels in question are actually floating hot tub boats cruising at just 5mph.
The quirky “Spacruzzi” craft are set to launch on the Mississippi River if the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board gives final approval this week…