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Holmes Beach officials urge county help as unregulated vendors, jet-ski rentals and boat sales grow on causeway and nearshore waters
Summary
City and county officials described an uptick in vendors and recreational rentals on the causeway and nearby waters that raise safety, zoning and nuisance concerns; staff recommended coordination with Bradenton and state agencies (Florida Fish and Wildlife) and called for accident data to support regulatory changes.
Holmes Beach officials told the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners that unregulated commercial activity on the causeway and in adjacent waters has escalated this summer, raising safety and quality-of-life concerns for residents. The city reported multiple jet-ski rental operations, boats selling food and banana-boat rides that, officials said, draw crowds, occupy parking, and operate in swim areas.
"We have three boats that are selling pizza and ice cream...and there's jet skis…
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