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Camden committee discusses swimmer safety, suggests education and signage rather than immediate regulation
Summary
After a Select Board non‑agenda item raised swimmer safety, the harbor committee discussed options including education, launch signage, and researching the town's legal authority; members agreed to gather background and consider referring the matter to the Select Board.
Committee members discussed a recent non‑agenda concern about swimmers in areas used by boaters. Members emphasized the committee's limited enforcement authority and recommended education and improved signage as initial steps. "I don't think we have the authority to require ... a swimmer to wear the safety gear," a member said, while others urged outreach and suggested the Select Board could consider regulatory options if necessary.
Jeremy offered to investigate the town's legal authority and state permitting requirements for cordoned swimming areas and said he would report back; members favored waiting for fuller attendance before making a formal recommendation to the Select Board but asked the chair to send an informational email noting the safety concern.
