The number of Bonfires over the last several years on Carmel Beach has gotten out of control. The lack of official patrol, ordinances against littering, as well as a stated limit to the number of fires allowed on the beach, has contributed to the demise & reckless use of toxic burning matter like plywood etc. City Hall is about to move forward with a plan that would only allow Portable Propane Fire Rings & see Permanent Propane Fire pits installed on the beach for part of the year. This is not in keeping with the soul of Carmel. Propane is toxic & dangerous. Permanent structures will deface the natural beauty & act as receptacles for garbage & animal waste, not to mention a hazard for Beachcombers young & old. We the undersigned would like to encourage the City Council to embrace another plan. One that would preserve the age old tradition of a Natural Wood burning fire, while maintaining the integrity of the beautiful white sands of Carmel Beach, as well as limiting the number that could take place at one time. We are endorsing the limited use of Portable Fire Pits, as well as a ban on burning all toxic substances including lighter fluid. A viable Police presence walking the beach to maintain a level of moderation in all things. Ordinances & signage against littering & burning toxic substances to allow enforcement. Two Lender Kiosks (placed at 10th & 13th Aves) with a minimum of 4 portable pits each for visitors to borrow with a current Driver's License. Residents have option of bringing their own. Two fire proof receptacles installed for disposal of charcoal. Fires would be permitted Monday through Thursday and forbidden on the Weekends & Holidays. A Volunteer brigade of locals to help monitor the beach & educate the Public on preserving its natural beauty.