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Local operators urge Boynton Beach to regulate charter-boat businesses at Harvey Oyer Junior Park

City of Boynton Beach City Commission · December 3, 2025
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Summary

Two local business owners told the commission that more than 20 charter operators use the Harvey Oyer Junior Park boat ramp, many without county/city BTRs or commercial registration, and asked the city to require permits, inspections and monitoring to level the playing field and protect customers.

Business owners and residents raised complaints about unregulated charter operations at Harvey Oyer Junior Park during public comment at the Dec. 2 Boynton Beach City Commission meeting.

Barry, a local resident and small-business owner, told commissioners that roughly 20 boats advertise charter services out of the park and that many lack city or county BTRs, commercial registration and…

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