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Drowning and near-drownings prompt safety concerns at Monte Rio Beach
Summary
The Facilities/Safety committee reported one drowning on July 13 and three near-drownings this summer, noting common factors were inability to swim and not wearing life vests.
Chair Steve Baxman reported at the Sept. 8 meeting that the Facilities/Safety committee had recorded a drowning at Monte Rio Beach on July 13 and three other near-drownings over the summer. Staff indicated the common causes appeared to be inability to swim and failure to wear life vests.
The committee described the incidents as a public-safety concern and highlighted the need for ongoing public education and safety enforcement. The board did not adopt new safety regulations at this meeting; the topic was presented as part of the Facilities/Safety committee report for future consideration.
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