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Mayor proclaims May 16–22 as Safe Boating Week in Wilmington
Summary
Council read a proclamation recognizing May 16–22, 2026 as Safe Boating Week in Wilmington; speakers from the Cape Fear Sail & Power Squadron emphasized life‑jacket use and cited 2024 statewide accident and fatality statistics.
Mayor (chair) presented a proclamation recognizing May 16–22, 2026 as Safe Boating Week and thanked the Cape Fear Sail and Power Squadron for its safety outreach.
Otis White, district commander for the Squadron, described the group's 75‑year history in boating safety education and cited 2024 statewide data: 142 reported boating accidents and 13 fatal accidents in North Carolina. He emphasized that the main causes of boating accidents are human error and intoxication and urged people to wear life jackets.
The mayor read the proclamation text noting statewide shoreline miles, registered boaters and national average fatalities, and officially proclaimed the week for the city. Council members and attendees expressed appreciation for the Squadron's public‑safety work.
