Barnstable |
Code of Ordinances |
Part VI. Marine and Environmental Affairs Division Regulations |
Chapter 601. Sandy Neck Beach Park |
§ 601-9. Enforcement.
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A.In addition to Sandy Neck Beach Park Regulations, all applicable Town of Barnstable ordinances and Massachusetts General Laws that apply at Sandy Neck will be enforced.B.The Park Manager and Natural Resource Officers will enforce the provisions of Town ordinances on all public lands at Sandy Neck including all parking areas, public ways, the Great Marsh and Bodfish Park.C.Warnings. Any person receiving two warnings in one calendar year may have their ORV permit suspended or revoked.D.Citations. Any person receiving a citation may have their ORV permit suspended or revoked. A citation issued for a hunting violation may result in the suspension of the individual to hunt.E.The Park Manager or his/her designee, may issue ORV permit suspensions or revocations and hunting suspensions for any violation of Massachusetts General Laws, Town ordinances, or Sandy Neck Beach Park Regulations. Suspensions and revocations may be issued for any action which jeopardizes the property or safety of another person, or for any action that causes another person to be fearful for their safety and/or their property.F.Abusive, inappropriate or aggressive behavior toward other beach users and/or Sandy Neck staff will result in the violator's removal from the beach for no less than 24 hours. In addition, violators may have their ORV permit suspended or revoked.G.The Park Manager reserves the right to suspend or revoke beach access to a dog as a result of aggressive behavior and/or due to irresponsible pet ownership.H.Any person who is issued a suspension or revocation notice will be provided the opportunity for a hearing with the Director of the Marine and Environmental Affairs Division. Any person desiring such a hearing must submit a written request for said hearing postmarked within five business days of the effective date of the suspension. An appeal of the Director of the Marine and Environmental Affair's decision may be filed with the Office of the Town Manager within five days of issuance of said decision.I.After revocation, the individual may be eligible to purchase an ORV permit in future years at the discretion of the Park Manager.J.The Park Manager and the Director of Marine and Environmental Affairs are authorized by the Barnstable Town Manager to issue no trespass orders on all public lands at Sandy Neck including all parking areas, public ways, the Great Marsh and Bodfish Park.