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Parks committee recommends ‘no-fishing’ signs, fence and shrubs at Salt Park
Summary
Belleair Beach’s Parks & Recreation Committee voted to recommend posting no-fishing signage at Salt Park and to pursue a modest barrier (fence or pilings with rope) and shrub screening to deter late-night fishing, parking on grass and littering; the recommendation will go to city staff for follow-up.
The Parks & Recreation Committee of Belleair Beach voted to recommend posting a “no fishing” sign at Salt Park and to pursue installing a low barrier and a shrub line to deter late-night fishing, unauthorized parking and associated litter.
John (committee member) moved the recommendation and a fellow committee member seconded it; the committee approved the measure by voice vote. “I move… that a no fishing sign be posted at the Salt Park,” John said during the meeting. Committee members added that a picket fence or maritime pilings with a locked cable and plantings would provide a more attractive and effective deterrent than chain-link fencing.
Residents and committee members raised a string of complaints during the discussion, saying people drive golf carts onto grass, park in nearby streets to fish and leave trash and damaged boat covers behind. One committee member described fishing without a dock and frequent late-night activity that leaves trash and debris for neighbors to clean up. The group debated enforcement mechanisms and whether new signage would require code changes; staff advised the committee to confirm enforcement and penalty language with city staff before finalizing wording.
In addition to signage, the committee recommended planting shrub screens and adding a restrained physical barrier with locked access for maintenance. Members discussed lighting but noted neighbors could object to bright fixtures, and agreed vegetation plus a tasteful maritime-style rope barrier would be a preferred first step.
The committee asked staff to forward the recommendation to city administration (Dennis) for review of implementation details, cost estimates and any code or enforcement steps needed. The committee also requested staff check whether existing parking and park-hour rules could be more clearly posted to discourage overnight parking for fishing.
The Parks & Recreation Committee made the recommendation during its April meeting and will report back to the committee after staff review. The matter will move through staff for implementation planning rather than becoming an immediate ordinance change.
