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Commissioners urge swim-safety outreach after two child drownings; parks staff says free lessons available
Summary
After two child drownings reported in news accounts, commissioners raised swim-safety concerns and asked Parks & Recreation about lessons. County staff said a free swim-lesson program exists for eligible children; officials urged residents to check eligibility and contact Parks & Rec.
Two child drownings in Martin County reported in local news prompted commissioners to raise swim-safety concerns during the June 17 meeting and to ask Parks & Recreation about available lessons. Commissioner Campe described recent drownings of a 2-year-old and a 5-year-old and urged increased awareness and programming to prevent future tragedies.
Parks & Recreation response: Kevin Abate (via text to…
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