Super User Ratherbfishing Posted March 16, 2020 Super User Posted March 16, 2020 Just found out that the Illinois lawmakers increased the cost of trailers (under 3000 lbs) from $18.00 to $118.00. Doing the math, that's a 555 percent increase!!!! I appreciate that we need to pay for our roads and bridges and we've been woefully negligent in doing so BUT this is ridiculous!!! I have two trailers (one for my 17 foot jon boat and another flat bed for my little bass raider) and just for trailer registration alone, this is going to set me back $236 dollars!!!! Words fail me (or words I can use here, anyway). 1 Quote
Super User slonezp Posted March 16, 2020 Super User Posted March 16, 2020 4 hours ago, Ratherbfishing said: Just found out that the Illinois lawmakers increased the cost of trailers (under 3000 lbs) from $18.00 to $118.00. Doing the math, that's a 555 percent increase!!!! I appreciate that we need to pay for our pension obligations and we've been woefully negligent in doing so BUT this is ridiculous!!! I have two trailers (one for my 17 foot jon boat and another flat bed for my little bass raider) and just for trailer registration alone, this is going to set me back $236 dollars!!!! Words fail me (or words I can use here, anyway). Fixed that for you You keep that attitude up and they'll increase your fishing license to $100.00 They figure most trailers are owned by business and/or people with disposable income. They steal money wherever they can get it. They pulled $30M (completely drained) the FOID/CCW money and are currently being sued by the Illinois State Rifle Assoc. As more people leave the state, the tax burden increases for us too stupid or too scared to leave the state. 1 1 Quote
Global Moderator 12poundbass Posted March 16, 2020 Global Moderator Posted March 16, 2020 Is this a one time fee or yearly? Our trailer plates are a one time fee. The trailer for my 17.5’ G3 is $70 one time fee. 1 Quote
Super User Scott F Posted March 16, 2020 Super User Posted March 16, 2020 Don’t forget the extra $5.54 you’ll pay if you pay online for your two trailers like I did. 1 Quote
Super User MN Fisher Posted March 17, 2020 Super User Posted March 17, 2020 30 minutes ago, 12poundbass said: Is this a one time fee or yearly? Our trailer plates are a one time fee. The trailer for my 17.5’ G3 is $70 one time fee. Minnesota - it was $68.50 for my trailer - lifetime license. This is for any 'utility' trailer (boat trailers are included) rated for under 3000 lbs. Quote
Super User Ratherbfishing Posted March 17, 2020 Author Super User Posted March 17, 2020 36 minutes ago, 12poundbass said: Is this a one time fee or yearly? Our trailer plates are a one time fee. The trailer for my 17.5’ G3 is $70 one time fee. Pshtt! I wish! No, this an annual fee. Quote
Super User J._Bricker Posted March 17, 2020 Super User Posted March 17, 2020 26 minutes ago, 12poundbass said: Is this a one time fee or yearly? Our trailer plates are a one time fee. The trailer for my 17.5’ G3 is $70 one time fee. Ahhh, the boat trailer or “trailer” revenue stream. In the great state of California we were told it was a one time fee as well. No more yearly registration fees. Well, so somewhere along the lines things changed to a $10 fee every 5 years to keep your permanent trailer registration current. BTW, the state didn’t notify you. When I found out about this discovered I was outta compliance since 2013. Go figure Sorry my friends, I guess it’s part of the privilege of owning a luxury item.. Quote
Super User Ratherbfishing Posted March 17, 2020 Author Super User Posted March 17, 2020 36 minutes ago, Scott F said: Don’t forget the extra $5.54 you’ll pay if you pay online for your two trailers like I did. Forgot about that but yes, there's that too. Unrelated but not entirely: At my local Secretary of States office, there are signs posted warning patrons about swearing. At no other place will you see such warnings. Perhaps the plethora of swearing should tell them something. 3 Quote
Super User slonezp Posted March 17, 2020 Super User Posted March 17, 2020 53 minutes ago, 12poundbass said: Is this a one time fee or yearly? Our trailer plates are a one time fee. The trailer for my 17.5’ G3 is $70 one time fee. Last year the state doubled the gas tax and truck registration fees. Passenger car plate fee tripled and is still cheaper that the truck plates. Electric vehicle were increased by 8X because they realized they were missing out on fuel tax dollars. Why bother going green if it costs more than everybody else pays? Quote
Global Moderator 12poundbass Posted March 17, 2020 Global Moderator Posted March 17, 2020 Holy BLEEP! I can’t believe anyone lives in that state. Quote
Super User slonezp Posted March 17, 2020 Super User Posted March 17, 2020 29 minutes ago, 12poundbass said: Holy BLEEP! I can’t believe anyone lives in that state. Votes count Quote
Super User A-Jay Posted March 17, 2020 Super User Posted March 17, 2020 Well that's totally Bogus ~ Maybe you can claim it on the next year's taxes. A-Jay Quote
Nelson Delaney Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 This kind of stuff keeps happening in state after state. What amazes me is that the people complain but keep electing the same winners into office Quote
Super User Ratherbfishing Posted March 17, 2020 Author Super User Posted March 17, 2020 1 minute ago, Nelson Delaney said: This kind of stuff keeps happening in state after state. What amazes me is that the people complain but keep electing the same winners into office Well, trying to avoid politics but I didn't vote for our current governor. Certainly won't vote for him next time around. 1 Quote
Nelson Delaney Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 3 minutes ago, Ratherbfishing said: Well, trying to avoid politics but I didn't vote for our current governor. Certainly won't vote for him next time around. I could go on & on for days....I’m just happy that Mass. is still stocking trout during this corona fun. Quote
moguy1973 Posted March 17, 2020 Posted March 17, 2020 18 hours ago, Ratherbfishing said: Just found out that the Illinois lawmakers increased the cost of trailers (under 3000 lbs) from $18.00 to $118.00. Doing the math, that's a 555 percent increase!!!! I appreciate that we need to pay for our roads and bridges and we've been woefully negligent in doing so BUT this is ridiculous!!! I have two trailers (one for my 17 foot jon boat and another flat bed for my little bass raider) and just for trailer registration alone, this is going to set me back $236 dollars!!!! Words fail me (or words I can use here, anyway). It's actually a 656% increase. But hey, whatever right? lol He also just closed all state DNR ran lakes and parks, so you can't even use your $118 trailer to tow your boat to the lake because they are closed. Quote
Super User Ratherbfishing Posted March 17, 2020 Author Super User Posted March 17, 2020 9 minutes ago, moguy1973 said: It's actually a 656% increase. But hey, whatever right? lol He also just closed all state DNR ran lakes and parks, so you can't even use your $118 trailer to tow your boat to the lake because they are closed. Oh, yeah. Math is not my strong suit. I just know it's "way too much." Second paragraph: Oh, the irony! Quote
Super User Sam Posted March 20, 2020 Super User Posted March 20, 2020 In Virginia, the law says: A trailer can be defined as a vehicle without motor power designed for carrying property or passengers wholly on its own structure and that is drawn by a motor vehicle, including tow dollies and converter gear. Trailers can be registered annually, bi-annually or permanently. The trailer annual registration fee is based on the gross weight of the trailer: 0 to 1,500 Pounds $70 1,501 to 4,000 $75 4001 and Over $100 I had to register my boat trailer many years ago and no longer have to worry about registration fees. Also did the same with my other trailer that I use to haul furniture, Cub Cadet riding mower, lawn and garden supplies, mulch, etc. Quote
Global Moderator TnRiver46 Posted March 20, 2020 Global Moderator Posted March 20, 2020 I’m starting to see why so many people move to TN........ lakes are open and no cost for a trailer. Quote
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