Dewey Beach commissioners approved a host of purchases to improve beach access, infrastructure and employee working conditions. (Chris Flood | Cape Gazette)

Dewey Beach commissioners approved at a recent meeting the purchase of at least four new beach wheelchairs, which the town does not charge visitors to reserve or use. The town manager said several current beach wheelchairs – which have taller, wider wheels for travel over sand – needed replacement, but increasing demand for access to the beach meant he would also like to expand the supply.