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Two July drownings prompt Monte Rio RPD to seek District 5 and Sheriff coordination on beach safety
Summary
The Facilities & Safety Committee reported two drownings in July — one at Patterson Point (Villa Grande) and one at Monte Rio Beach — and will request a meeting with District 5 and the Sheriff's office to discuss beach safety measures amid heavy visitor use and alcohol concerns.
The Facilities & Safety Committee reported two drownings in July: one at Patterson Point in Villa Grande and another at Monte Rio Beach. The committee expressed heightened concern about beach safety given large visitor counts, pop-up tents, barbecues and alcohol consumption across beaches during the busy season.
Committee members said MRRPD will request a meeting with District 5 personnel and the Sonoma County Sheriff's office to discuss possible solutions and coordination. Staff framed the issue as a public-safety priority that may require cross-agency planning, enforcement, and public messaging ahead of future peak weekends.
