Councillors have agreed to a one-off capital investment of up to £75,000 for new beach hire stock. Card-only payments for beach equipment hire will continue next season, following their successful introduction in 2026. The annual budget for beach hire equipment will also increase to £7,500 from the next budget year, with annual reviews.
An open tender process will be launched this winter to find an experienced operator for a new watercrafts activity on Weymouth Beach, aiming to be operational by next summer. The refurbishment of the Maiden Street toilet block is set to begin on Monday 2nd November. Following completion, a 50p card payment charge will be introduced at the facilities.
The committee agreed to object to new proposals for Weymouth Beach under the Dorset Council Dog Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) at the Dorset Council Cabinet meeting on 10th November, advocating for the maintenance of current arrangements. A written response will also be submitted.
A motion requesting the council mark Palestine Independence Day by raising the flag of Palestine outside The New Town Hall on 15 November was not approved. Additionally, a motion to replicate ANZAC dawn services was discussed, with the committee agreeing to explore options for supporting a complementary event at 5:45 am on April 25th, alongside the formal 11 am parade.
Further details on the meeting agenda, livestream, and council updates can be found on the Weymouth Town Council website and social media channels.
