2006 New York Code - Special Navigation Inspectors.

 
    § 18. Special  navigation  inspectors. The commissioner may, if in his
  judgment conditions so require, appoint members of local boat clubs,  or
  other  persons  found competent, to act as special navigation inspectors
  during regattas authorized by him.  The  power  and  authority  in  such
  special  navigation  inspectors  shall  be  limited to the period during
  which the regatta is authorized and to the enforcement of the navigation
  law and special regulations. Upon the  completion  of  the  regatta,  he
  shall  file  with  the commissioner a report covering the conduct of the
  regatta and his activities.  Such  special  navigation  inspector  shall
  receive  no  compensation from the state. Any expense in connection with
  his duties shall be borne by the person conducting the regatta.