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Sunset Beach outlines 2026 beach‑patrol and ocean‑rescue plans; proposes cabana ordinance change to sunset
Summary
Police and beach‑rescue staff told the council May 2 they will expand training, adjust staffing to full patrols May 15–Sept. 30, reduce UTV travel on the strand and recommend changing the cabana removal time from 7 p.m. to sunset; beach rescue also proposed larger, permanent 'no swimming' signage at the pier.
Police code‑compliance and ocean‑rescue staff presented their operational plans and safety proposals for the 2026 season.
Code compliance described common violations (cabanas, glass, holes, dogs off leash, e‑bikes and dune violations), a staffing plan for concentrated coverage between 3rd and 27th streets, and six‑hour shifts to reduce heat exposure. Staff said they will…
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