Council keeps $25 bonfire permit fee, sets enforcement expectations for beach bonfires

May 8, 2026

Council confirmed a $25 permit fee for beach bonfires, emphasized that fires are allowed only in designated fire rings, and agreed to monitor the program with possible revisit in July; residents were told no garbage cans will be provided at beach stops except on holiday weekends.

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Council member Brian Cassidy reported that new fire rings have been installed at all beach access points and reminded residents that bonfires are allowed only within the designated fire rings. The council discussed enforcement responsibilities, cleanup requirements and whether a refundable cleanup deposit should be required; by consensus the council decided to keep the current $25 permit fee and monitor the program, with a plan to revisit the topic at the July meeting.

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