Kayak Rack Permits Now Available

May 15, 2015…Mayor Reggie Spinello encourages Glen Cove residents to start packing their beach bags and towels as the 2015 Glen Cove beach season officially opens on Saturday, May 23. Both Pryibil and Morgan Memorial Park beaches will be staffed with lifeguards on weekends only (plus Memorial Day) until June 20^th. Then, on the first day of summer, June 21 Glen Cove’s beaches will be staffed seven days per week from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

According to Darcy Belyea, Director of Glen Cove Parks and Recreation, Pryibil Beach has a new handicap access ramp located on the non-bathing side of the beach and Mr. Softee is back as the concession vendor. Beach permits or proof of residency are required to enter Glen Cove beaches with entry gates staffed during the same hours as the lifeguards are on duty. Locust Valley residents may also use Morgan Memorial Park.

For Glen Cove kayakers, space is available at the City of Glen Cove Municipal Boat Ramp located at Garvies Point for kayak storage. The fee is $90 annually and permits can be acquired at the Department of Parks & Recreation, Room 206 in Glen Cove City Hall. Please bring proof of residency and a check payable to the City of Glen Cove. Owners must provide their own cable and lock and all kayaks are stored at the owner’s risk.

Crescent Beach is currently closed to swimmers while government agencies continue to monitor the water conditions as part of an ongoing survey.