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05/06/07Nokomis pavilion reconstruction could start in July The saga of Nokomis Pavilion reconstruction continues, but an end may be in sight. During the past three years several construction dates have been projected; the most recent, last year, was that work was expected to start in April 2007. Continuing delays due to unexpected problems with the original structure have led to more administrative and regulatory work. "Yes, it is moving forward and the project has gone out to bid," said Rob Ladue, of Sarasota County Parks and Recreation Services. "Eight companies have received copies of the plan; two have picked up and I believe another is interested in bidding." This week the bids will be opened. The successful bid will go before the county commission for approval. However it is necessary for the county to receive the Department of Environmental Protection's coastal construction permit, which is unlikely to be forthcoming until summer, when the DEP will decide on approval, or denial if it requires additional information, according to LaDue. Part of the financing is two grants. One has already been extended, but an extension is required on the second. "The soonest construction could begin would be July, assuming we received a timely approval from the DEP," said LaDue. The work is expected to take 12 months to complete. The Nokomis Beach Pavilion Casey Key by Albee Road, Nokomis, was designed by local architect Jack West and opened in 1953. He was commissioned to design the replacement. Plans were announced in October 2004 for an $800,000 makeover. Contractors would tear out, rebuild and restore the bathrooms. An air-conditioned community meeting room for 40 people would be constructed. Outside in the covered dining area would be a lock-up service with refrigerator and kitchen sink. Decorative floor tiles would be fitted under the outside of the pavilion, with the original fountain being reconstructed and the landscaping design completed. Later it was decided to redesign the bathrooms in a linear fashion with entrances on both sides. An investigation revealed problems with the septic tank drainage, which will necessitate additional work. Last year it was decided to rename the new structure Nokomis Beach Plaza. By Roger Button Businews Columnist SOURCE VENICE GONDOLIER - SUN 5/6/07 |
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