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Residents say Somers Point boat-ramp permit system is unenforced and confusing; council asked to act

5114573 · June 26, 2025
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Summary

Resident Bill Collins told council the seasonal boat-ramp permit program is not being enforced, citing multiple observations of trailers without permits, restricted hours for buying stickers and unclear signage; he urged the city to improve enforcement and information to capture season revenue.

A Somers Point resident told council that the city’s boat-ramp permit and enforcement system is not functioning as intended, leaving revenue unrealized and users confused.

Bill Collins detailed multiple visits to the ramp over recent weeks and provided counts of trailers he observed without visible permits. He said on specific dates he saw 7 trailers with…

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