Our Mission
MV Beachgoers Access Group is a non-profit organization that advocates for continued broad and affordable beach access for residents and visitors of Martha’s Vineyard alike, while being mindful of the environmental conservation and preservation that makes these places special.
MV Beachgoers Access Group Endorses Taylor Pierce for Edgartown Planning Board
The MV Beachgoers Access Group (MVBAG) is proud to endorse Taylor Pierce for the Edgartown Planning Board as part of the Town Vote on April 10th, 2025. This election is an important opportunity for Edgartown residents to choose a leader who will protect public access, support responsible development, and preserve the town’s coastal heritage.
Taylor isn’t just a lifelong Island beachgoer—he’s an active Derby Committee member and plays a key role at T.C. Pierce Enterprises, a respected local construction company. His deep understanding of Edgartown’s coastal environment, infrastructure, and planning needs makes him the right choice for this critical role.
As strong advocates for public beach access, responsible development, and preserving Edgartown’s coastal heritage, we believe Taylor will bring fresh leadership and a community-first approach to the Planning Board. He understands the importance of protecting public access, supporting local businesses, and making thoughtful planning decisions that balance growth with Edgartown’s unique character.
Good leadership matters. The Planning Board plays a crucial role in shaping the town’s future, and Taylor’s fair, balanced approach will help ensure that businesses, beachgoers, and residents all have a voice in the decision-making process.
Our History
The organization started in 2021 as a group of Martha's Vineyard residents, business owners and frequent visitors with common beachgoer access interests. MV Beachgoers Access Group researches historical beach use, informs the public and beach managers of current issues and problems, creates dialogue between the beach managers and the beachgoers,advocates for responsible and safe public beach access, and supports reasonable environmental management to preserve these special natural places.
Building a Coalition…
MVBAG collaborates closely with several respected local, state and national organizations, including:
Martha’s Vineyard Striped Bass and Bluefish Derby (“The Derby”) – www.mvderby.com
Martha’s Vineyard Surfcasters Association (“The Surfcasters”) – www.mvsurfcasters.org
Save Duxbury Beach – saveduxburybeach.org
Massachusetts Beach Buggy Association (MBBA) – mbba.net
Long Island Beach Buggy Association (LIBBA) - https://libba.wildapricot.org/
We need your help…
While the MVBAG Directors and the Working Group contribute on a volunteer basis, your donations to the MV Beachgoers Access will support activities such as:
95% of your donations directly support leading experts in their fields:
Chris Kennedy – Former Islands Regional Director for The Trustees of Reservations, bringing invaluable expertise in beach and coastal management.
Robinson & Cole – Attorneys from the Land Law and Environmental Practice Groups, providing critical legal guidance on land use and environmental issues.
Groundwater Studio – Delivering in-depth analyses that drive and strengthen our initiatives.
The remaining 5% helps cover essential tools and services, including nonprofit filing costs and software that powers our work.
You can donate via @MVBAG on Venmo or search for “MV Beachgoers Access Group.”
You can also donate through PayPal with a credit or your Paypal account via https://tinyurl.com/MVBAGpaypal
Or send a check in the mail by making checks payable to:
Martha's Vineyard Beachgoers Access Group Inc.
Mailing address:
MVBAG c/o Peter Sliwkowski, 87 Litchfield Road, Edgartown, MA 02539
Thank you for supporting MV Beachgoers Access Group!
Please note that donations made to a 501(c)(4) are not tax deductible .
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