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Select Board raises beach‑parking violation fine to $150 amid resident frustration
Summary
After debate over phased increases versus an immediate jump, the Select Board voted to raise the fine for parking violations from $50 to $150 (statutory maximum) effective 08/10/26, citing resident frustration with nonresident parking and sticker noncompliance.
The Select Board discussed how to implement a recently authorized increase in the maximum parking violation fine, with members weighing a graduated increase against moving immediately to the statutory maximum of $150. One board member said, "These are not our residents that are paying these tickets," arguing enforcement should discourage nonresidents who do not buy beach stickers.
After discussion about timing, sign updates and the vendor system for stickers, the board voted to increase the fine from $50 to $150 effective 08/10/26. Staff said signs and stickers will need updating (order lead time estimated at 2–3 weeks) and the board agreed to revisit effectiveness after a full season.
