Also posted on Member page.

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January 31, 2026

Dear Boardwalk HOA Member:

At our Annual Meeting, we briefly discussed potential issues pertaining to Spring Break.  Panama City has new ordinances in place this year to prevent a repeat of last year where there were a number of shootings, injuries, and arrests. Please see the attached notice from the Panama City Beach Sheriff's office that describes the new ordinances.  That being said, this may cause Spring Breakers to search for new locations to party.

I believe most know of the issues we experienced in our neighborhood concerning overflow and unruly behavior in prior spring breaks. I think it is wise we make sure that everyone is aware and watchful this year.

What can we do as a neighborhood? Here are some suggestions that might help.

 

• Rental Property owners check with your Management Companies to make sure they know the occupancy limits of your property, vet the renters, and do not rent to minors.

• Residents make sure the pool rules are followed. If you feel something is amiss, call the Sheriff and have them check it out. This would include public intoxication, rowdy behavior, or trespassing.

• We are not law enforcement. Don’t hesitate to contact the Sheriff’s Department.  If something is not right. That’s what they are here for, and they encourage us to call.

 

Hopefully, this is just an overreaction on my part. We encourage people who adhere to the health and safety of others to have a wonderful stay over spring break. However, we shouldn’t feel unsafe in our neighborhood because of a few unruly individuals.

Thank you,
Larry Bull

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SPRING BREAK NOTICE – PANAMA CITY BEACH

We’re aware of the online chatter.
We know who you are, what you’re planning, and what you’re trying to attempt.
Let’s be clear: there will be no “takeovers” in Bay County.
Not our beach. Not our roads. Not our community.
The Bay County Sheriff’s Office is fully staffed, fully prepared, and yes, we have plenty of jail space. If you come here looking to test the limits, understand this: you will lose that test.
For everyone planning to visit responsibly, welcome. For those planning chaos, read carefully to the new
ordinances during our high impact periods.

 

NEW COUNTY ORDINANCES – HIGH IMPACT PERIODS (HIP)

Alcohol Establishments & Minors
* No one under 18 is allowed inside establishments selling alcohol (on-premises consumption) 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM in HIP areas.
*Businesses may not permit minors to remain during those hours.
*Beach & Public Area Restrictions
*Beaches, access points, parks, parking areas, and rights-of-way may be closed or restricted to prevent dangerous overcrowding.
*Areas can be cordoned off immediately when public safety is at risk.

 

Nighttime Curfew for Minors
*A temporary curfew for unaccompanied minors may be imposed during HIP.
*Curfew hours: 8:00 PM – 5:00 AM.
*Violations may result in a second-degree misdemeanor.

 

Curfew Exceptions (briefly):
*With a parent/guardian or approved adult (21+, max 2 minors)
*Traveling to/from work
*School, religious, civic, or permitted events
*Medical emergencies
*Immediately outside the minor’s residence (or adjacent neighbor with consent)

 

Parental Responsibility
*Parents/guardians can be held accountable for knowingly allowing curfew violations.

 

Vacation Rentals
*No vacation rental may be rented or leased to anyone under 21.

Bottom line:
Enjoy the beach. Follow the rules. Respect the community.
If your spring break plans include disorder, disruption, or defiance. Save yourself the trip. We’re ready, and enforcement will be swift.
More information on the high impact periods and the locations of the special event areas will follow as we get
closer to Spring Break.

— Bay County Sheriff’s Office