Selectmen approve expanded kayak landing access at Webb’s Cove; town to confirm survey and signage

Selectmen recorded that the Ramos family granted permission to increase kayak landing and parking space at the south end of Webb’s Cove, supplementing an existing site near the tin building.

Town Manager Billings said she will contact surveyor Linda Campbell to confirm boundary lines and marker flags described in a map the town received. Selectman John Robbins offered to help coordinate cleanup work. The board discussed volunteers, grading and signage for ground rules and noted Harbor Committee input would inform ongoing management of dinghy and kayak spots.

Why it matters: the change is intended to ease crowding at downtown launch areas and create a designated landing and parking area for kayakers and guides. The board discussed options such as adding porta‑potties and signage, and asked the Harbor Committee to provide recommendations on long‑term management and allocation if demand remains higher than available slots.

Next steps: TM to confirm survey boundaries with Linda Campbell and coordinate volunteer cleanup and signage plans; Harbor Committee to make policy recommendations about dinghy/launch allocation.