I too think it appalling that a beach town does not have a water rescue program. What if one of those City Council members (or one of their family members) were in the position of needing assistance? I'll bet that would change their minds. It should not take a death of someone to change the rules. What happened to being proactive and protecting the tourists that come to your city assuming they will have help if needed. There is NOTHING right about this. It is all WRONG. Maybe bringing public awareness to the situation will help. Or maybe the lack of tourism to their City will force the required changes. I know I am going to tell everyone I know to not assume you are protected (at least not at Ocean Shores). Do not assume that when you call 911 that they will be able to help you (at least at Ocean Shores) Watching someone drown because you have been told "Not to enter the water" is just not acceptable in my book. Even a innocent bystander would do more than that! Shame on you Mayor!