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Council declines to adopt ordinance tightening horse waste rules on 3rd Beach Road after public debate

Town of Middletown Town Council · March 3, 2026
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Summary

After public comment and debate the council voted and recorded opposition to an ordinance amendment addressing horse droppings and 'bags' on beach roads; the Beach Commission had recommended a year‑long trial of voluntary measures, and residents raised liability and enforcement questions.

The council considered a second reading of an amendment to Title 11, Chapter 90 (animals) that would alter disposal rules for horse waste on town beaches and roads. The Beach Commission had recommended giving the equestrian community another year to comply voluntarily; the commission also suggested monitoring and follow‑up rather than immediate enforcement changes.

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