State dismisses Peaman fine, but board says permits needed for future swim races

Participants gather for race course instructions at Peaman Spring, Sprang, Sprung Biathlon. A fine against Sean Pagett was dismissed Friday. (Hawaii Sport Events/Courtesy file photo)
Peaman runs in one of his events earlier this year. (File)

KAILUA-KONA — The Board of Land and Natural Resources on Friday dismissed a proposed $10,000 fine against Sean “Peaman” Pagett, whom the department said was in violation of state rules for races he hosted in Kailua Bay.