MAINE PUBLIC • June 11, 2024
Town leaders in Wells say they want the community to try to reach a compromise over use of Moody beach. Following a public hearing Monday night that at times was contentious, select board members said they plan to form a group of beachfront homeowners and other community members to reach an agreement about public use. Waterfront homeowners say most are happy to share the beach with respectful members of the public, but they want to retain their rights. Maine law extends property rights to the low tide line. A lawsuit currently working its way through the courts challenges that law.