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The City has announced that seasonal parking passes for East Beach, West Beach, and Fort Taber Park are now available for purchase.
Residents of New Bedford can purchase passes for $15, while those 65 and over can obtain them for just $5. Greater New Bedford residents, including those from Dartmouth, Fairhaven, Acushnet, Freetown, and Assonet, can purchase passes for $30. For all others, the price is $60.
Passes can be purchased at several locations, including the Parks, Recreation and Beaches office at 181 Hillman St. Building 3, the Clerk’s Office at City Hall, the Traffic Commission office at the Elm Street Parking Garage, and the Andrea McCoy Recreation Center at 181 Hillman St. Building 8 during open gym and recreation time.
City or area residents must bring their vehicle registration.
Advance purchases must be made with cash only at the above locations, while on-site purchases at the beaches starting in May can be made with credit cards only. Hourly and daily parking options are also available during the summer at Fort Taber and East Beach.
East Beach, West Beach, and Fort Taber, located in the South End of New Bedford, are popular spots for picnicking, swimming, sports, and games during the summer. Lifeguards will be on duty from May 25 to September 2.
For more information about parking passes or the beaches, contact the Parks, Recreation and Beaches office at 508-961-3015.
