I recognize boatyball doesn't own the mooring balls...when I refer to "owners" I am referring to whomever owns the balls (e.g. Wonky Dog).

The collections and deposit system is truly an issue and probably the "only major issue" recognizing if no one is on your mooring to start with collections issues don't matter.

I think Peter's idea is excellent and solves the direct problem without creating others. I would submit this solution "maximizes their financial success" far greater than a solution that drives boaters to other mooring balls and other owners when those captains have a "choice"