REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. - Despite the summer season coming to a close, the City of Rehoboth Beach is experimenting with ways to improve accessibility to its beaches.
Kelly Murray says these mats are so important because not everyone can easily walk on the sand.
"My mom is 89, and my sister brought her last weekend. She would not have been able to go to the beach alone if there hadn't been a mat," explained Murray.
Recently, the city announced on Facebook that it has installed "all-natural coco mats" at the two Rehoboth Avenue beach access points. The city already utilized blue mats to help people get on and off of the beach, but believe that these mats will likely be less slippery when they get wet.
Carolyn Diefenderfer, who lives in Rehoboth Beach, likes the natural look of these mats, but she says there are a few factors the city should consider.
"I think as long as it's cost-effective, either by holding up longer or being less expensive with the same lifespan, I think everybody will be fine. I think that's going to be the key for the taxpayers," said Diefenderfer.
The city is looking for feedback on the new mats before making the switch. Input can be left on Reach Out Rehoboth or via email at feedback@cityofrehoboth.com.