As of July 30, the Round Hill Town Beach will operate with extended hours until Aug. 16. The beach will now be open until 8 p.m. instead of 7 p.m.

"We are hopeful that the town sees the need to extend these hours permanently in years to come and is willing to reimburse our operating budget so we can continue to operate our facilities for the remainder of the year while meeting the needs of our residents," said Superintendent of Parks and Director of Recreation Tim Lancaster.

The Parks and Recreation Department had requested the town fund additional hours due to the heavy usage the beach is now seeing with the warmer weather.

As a result, the Board of Parks and Recreation has decided that in the interest of public health and safety they will not wait for final approval from the town, and make the adjustment immediately.