Greens Pier

The Cottrell Pier Association (CPA) is a private, community-based recreational club incorporated as a non-profit organization. It owns and maintains a beach, pavilion, and pier located on the waterfront of Racquet Road, just north of Clark Boat Yard. Commonly referred to as "Green's," CPA was established when holders of deeded beach rights organized to manage those rights effectively. Additionally, the CPA received outright ownership of the beach from the descendants of the Cottrell Farm owners.

The facilities were created for the use of CPA members in perpetuity, with membership comprising both regular members who have deeded beach rights and guest members who have been admitted over time. Many families in the area have maintained their membership for three or four generations.

CPA’s mission is straightforward: to provide a friendly, safe, and environmentally respectful space where members can enjoy swimming, beach activities, and each other’s company from May to October. Members are responsible for maintaining the facilities, which include a swimming pier and float, an open covered beach pavilion, and racks for kayaks and beach chairs.

Due to the limited capacity of the small beach and pier at Green's, CPA membership must be kept to a manageable size. Occasionally, a waiting list opens for prospective members; however, priority is given to the children of current members as they reach adulthood, which can result in long wait times.

The CPA is managed by a rotating board of directors made up of members who are willing to dedicate their time and energy to ensuring the association remains financially sound, the facilities are safe and functional, the beach is protected and clean, and the needs and wishes of its members are respected.