Pressure Mounts for Changes at Sandpoint Beach Following Drownings
‘You can’t keep the fence up’: Pressure builds over Sandpoint Beach barrier
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Councillor Angelo Marignani is advocating for the removal of the controversial fence at Sandpoint Beach, which residents find unsightly. Following multiple drownings, a safety audit has been completed, and a report will be presented to the council on June 29, 2025, to discuss future safety measures and improvements.
- 01Councillor Angelo Marignani criticized the fence at Sandpoint Beach, calling it an eyesore and a barrier to residents.
- 02The beach was closed on June 9, 2025, after a 15-year-old drowned, adding to previous fatalities in the area.
- 03Ontario's Office of the Chief Coroner recommended a safety audit, which has been completed and is awaiting council review.
- 04A report detailing the audit findings will be presented to the council on June 29, 2025.
- 05Marignani hopes to align the construction of a new splash pad with improvements to the beach area, including the potential removal of the breakwall.
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Councillor Angelo Marignani has expressed strong opposition to the fence currently blocking access to Sandpoint Beach, labeling it an eyesore and a source of frustration for local residents. The fence was erected following tragic drownings, including the death of a 15-year-old in May 2025. In response to safety concerns, Ontario's Office of the Chief Coroner recommended a safety audit, which has now been completed and is under review by the city administration. Michael Chantler, commissioner of Community Services, indicated that the report will be presented to the council on June 29, 2025. Marignani believes the findings could facilitate progress on a previously earmarked splash pad project and hopes that improvements to the beach, including the potential removal of the breakwall, can be implemented concurrently. He emphasized the importance of moving forward with plans that enhance the beach experience for the community.
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The ongoing discussions and potential changes at Sandpoint Beach could significantly affect local residents' access to the beach and overall safety measures.
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