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New Rules Announced for use of Lindbergh Bay Beach

ST. THOMAS — The Virgin Islands Port Authority (VIPA) and the U.S.V.I. Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation (SPR) have announced the implementation of new regulations to use Lindbergh Bay Beach, which went into effect June 27. The guidelines will help ensure the safety and comfort of beachgoers and the traveling public, the government arms said. The beach will operate from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.  A VIPA permit is required for groups of over 15 people to host an event or a beach party.  The public should contact VIPA’s Property Management Office for a permit at (340) 774-2132 or via e-mail at [email protected]. The following are prohibited on the beach: No glass bottles No destruction of buildings, trees, plants or shrubbery No firearms or weapons No generators without a VIPA-issued permit No jet skis within the swim zone No littering or dumping of personal trash No live bands, DJs or amplified music No metal detectors No nudity - bathing suit required No op...