Town of East Haddam, CT Chapter 162 Beaches

[HISTORY: Adopted by the Town of East Haddam 6-30-1966, as amended 12-30-1998 and 9-21-2015. Subsequent amendments noted where applicable.]

GENERAL REFERENCES

Alcoholic beverages — See Ch. 154.

Boating — See Ch. 171.

§ 162-1 Hours.

The area shall be open from sunrise to sunset, with exceptions by permission of the Recreation Director.

§ 162-2 Parking regulations.

A. Vehicles are not allowed across the pond causeway to the swimming and picnic area without staff permission.

B. Parking cars and boat trailers shall be limited to designated areas only.

§ 162-3 Beach regulations.

A. Swimming is allowed in the designated area only.

B. When no lifeguards are on duty, swim at your own risk.

C. No glassware or bottles are allowed.

D. Refuse shall be placed in designated containers.

E. No animals or pets are allowed.

F. Only United States Coast Guard approved flotation devices are allowed.

G. Athletic equipment is allowed in designated areas only.

H. No smoking.

I. No open flames (including bonfires and grills) unless prior written approval is obtained from the Recreation Director.

§ 162-4 Boat regulations.

A. All boats must be launched and stored in the designated area.

B. No boats or water skiers are allowed within 100 feet of the swimming area.

C. Boats, cars or trailers may not be left in the area after closing time.

§ 162-5 Alcoholic beverages.

The consumption of alcoholic beverages shall not be permitted on Town beach property, including the parking lot and fields, and no alcoholic beverages, whether in open or sealed containers, are permitted on Town beach property, including the parking lot and fields, without prior permission from the Board of Selectmen.

§ 162-6 Penalties for offenses.

Anyone violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall be fined not more than $250 and be subject to loss of park privileges.