Hands off our Beach and Parks - VOTE NO Amendments 2 & 3

CBS 12

Protesters rallied in Lake Worth Beach against two ballot amendments they say would allow major development without voter approval

The demonstration, organized by Lake Worth For All, gathered between 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. at the corner of Lake Avenue and Golfview Road, just before the bridge, with residents holding signs that read "HANDS OFF OUR BEACH & PARKS."

According to organizers, Amendments 2 and 3 on the March 10 ballot would allow the city commission to approve huge developments on the beach, in public parks, and in public spaces without voter approval.

Opponents say they are concerned the changes could impact access to public parking and local beaches, potentially altering the "hometown feel" of the town. [CBS-12]