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June 26, 2020
On Monday, July 29, 2020 Himes Electric Co. Inc. will start to mobilize at North Water Tower Park for an exciting new lighting project!
The walking trail throughout the park will be getting new light poles.
Stay tuned for updates.
June 26, 2020
CONCRETE BEACH BALLS
Definitely not meant for playing with on the beach, these fun beach balls at the Lido Beach Pavilion weigh in at over 1,000 lbs. each, with the largest weighing 2,500 lbs.! The decorations add a pop of color and double as eye-catching chairs!
LIDO BEACH POOL & PAVILION
400 Ben Franklin Dr
Sarasota, FL 34236
June 25, 2020
The Shade Sails at Lido Beach Pavilion are now complete!
These sails really transform the outdoor eating and sitting area. The triangular-shaped canopies offer shade and screen out the sunshine. The Shade material is double-sided, blue on the top and white on the bottom. Sails are able to withstand 74 mph winds but have to be removed if forecasted to get higher. Poles vary in sizes from 12 feet to 16 feet tall.
LIDO BEACH POOL & PAVILION
400 Ben Franklin Dr
Sarasota, FL 34236
June 3, 2020
SHADE SAILS
The NEW Shade Sails at Lido Beach Pavilion are going up!
Although the seating area is closed, due to social distancing, the restrooms are now available.
LIDO BEACH POOL & PAVILION
400 Ben Franklin Dr
Sarasota, FL 34236
For questions or more information, contact the Parks and Recreation District at 941-263-6386 or ParksProjects@SarasotaFL.gov
March 18, 2020
NEW ADDITIONS
The NEW landscaping is in along with some furniture for sitting and eating.
LIDO BEACH POOL & PAVILION
400 Ben Franklin Dr
Sarasota, FL 34236
For questions or more information, contact the Parks and Recreation District at 941-263-6386 or ParksProjects@SarasotaFL.gov
February 10, 2020
Lido Pavilion Renovation - Transformation Update
The Lido Pavilion is transforming before our eyes as we work to modernize and spruce it up with some much-needed TLC. Installation of a long-lasting metal roof that is an attractive blue hue has been completed, and now a team of professional painters is on site. The new concrete slab is in place, and shaded outdoor seating is on order and soon will be installed. With a new irrigation system in ground and ready to go, Florida-friendly landscape is being delivered and planted. Already, the area looks much improved!
As promised, the public restrooms are remaining open during the improvements. Having food trucks on site on a rotating basis providing food/beverage service for beachgoers is working well to fill the void while improvements are made to the concession stand grill area. The project is on schedule and expected to be completed in the spring for families to enjoy.
Staff members with the Landscaping Division within the Parks and Recreation Department position plants in front of the pavilion prior to planting.
December 13, 2019
Lido Pavilion Renovation - Update
Meanwhile, renovation of the Lido Pavilion is going well and is on schedule. A new long-lasting metal roof has been installed and a new concrete surface poured for the pavilion patio, where there will be seating and walking areas. Soon, landscape improvements will begin.
Inside the concession area, the new kitchen vent hood is in place and the kitchen received a fresh coat of paint. Once a food/beverage service contract is executed, the new concessionaire will begin making interior improvements for their specific business operation.
In the meantime, food and beverage service is still available on-site through a variety of rotating food trucks.
December 6, 2019
Updates:
1. Roofing
- About 80% complete
2. Sidewalk
- 31 Cubic yards of concrete poured
- Second Pour 12.5.19 at 11 am
- Third Pour 12.6.19 at 7 am
- Subsequent pours next week
3. Vent Hood
- Stainless backing behind the vent hood installed
- Replacement lights installed
4. Landscape
- Plan developed
October 13, 2019
Lido Pavilion - Renovation Underway With the concession stand temporarily closed and a food truck providing daily service, improvements to the Lido Pavilion started this week. Contractors are removing the old shingles on the pavilion to make way for a long-lasting aluminum roof, and already the industrial-sized kitchen hood arrived and soon will be installed inside the building.
While much of the pavilion area is cordoned off with construction caution tape, the public restrooms remain accessible and will be open throughout the duration of the renovation. Due to the construction and public safety, access to the restroom area is limited to one entry point at the front of the building directly across from the food truck.
This week, a roofing contractor started removing the old shingles from the pavilion.
So far, having a food truck on site is working well and serving its purpose offering food and beverages during the improvement project. A food truck is there daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
October 7, 2019
The roofing contractor will be having dumpsters and some materials delivered tomorrow. Intermittent closures of areas in the interest of safety will begin but we will keep as much restroom access as possible. When they begin work, the first temporary closure will be the Women’s Restroom but the ADA/Family & Men’s restrooms will remain open.
September 30, 2019
The concession stand at Lido Beach will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, Sept. 30, while the City makes necessary repairs and upgrades to the pavilion. In its place, food trucks will be available most days of the week to provide service for beachgoers.
Crews will be installing a new vent hood in the kitchen and a new aluminum roof. The renovations are expected to be completed in December, at which time the concession will reopen. The contract with the current vendor expires Sept. 30, and the City is in the process of evaluating bids for continuation of the food and beverage service.
Directional signage advising beach visitors about the changes will be in place throughout the pavilion area.
Once work on the kitchen and roof is complete, future planned upgrades to the pavilion include the installation of a shaded concrete patio and an update to the restrooms.
LIDO BEACH POOL & PAVILION
400 Ben Franklin Dr
Sarasota, FL 34236
For questions or more information, contact the Parks and Recreation District at 941-263-6386 or ParksProjects@SarasotaFL.gov
June 23, 2020
THE PLOTS THICKEN
Two NEW concrete plots are laid down and ready at Gillespie Park! But what is going to be placed there? Find out more in a few weeks!
GILLESPIE PARK
710 N Osprey Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34236
May 23, 2020
The Bobby Jones Golf Club, 1000 Circus Blvd., opened its cart paths on Saturday, May 23, 2020, for public use. Gates are open daily at 6 am for walking, running, bicycling, photography, and wildlife observation. Gates will be locked promptly at 6 pm. All paths and restrooms on the American & British Courses are available. Water stations will not be present at this time so please bring your own water or purchase drinks from the on-site restaurant. Course Rangers will be monitoring the paths and golf course.
“G’s” Southern Kitchen, the on-site restaurant, offers a delicious to-go menu, concessions, and beverages. The Club House is closed except for the restaurant’s walk-up window on the north side of the building.
Prohibited activities include fishing, golfing, motorized vehicles, picnicking, pick-up sports, drones, and kite flying. All guests are welcome to enjoy the trails at no cost at their own risk. When visiting please follow CDC Guidelines such as social distancing, limit large gatherings (no more than 10 people) and staying at home if you are sick. For more details about CDC Guidelines visit: https://www.cdc.gov/
November 22, 2019
Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc. recently hosted two community workshops that discussed the future of Bobby Jones Golf Club including 50 acres of designated park land within the 300-acre site. Initial concepts will be presented soon, as well as, the possibility of a conservation easement.
Master Plan & Tree Impact Assessment
November 20, 2019
Public Workshop - Presented by Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc.
Regarding park-related elements of the Bobby Jones Golf Course
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Bobby Jones Golf Complex 1000 Circus Boulevard, Sarasota, Florida 34232
Topic: Presentation of alternate concepts with Q&A session; Presentation boards with plans and program elements will be displayed, and open house format for review and acceptance of additional input.
November 15, 2019
Public Workshop - Presented by Kimley-Horn & Associates, Inc.
Regarding park-related elements of the Bobby Jones Golf Course
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Bobby Jones Golf Complex 1000 Circus Boulevard, Sarasota, Florida 34232
Topic: To listen and collect input from everyone on the park-related elements of the Bobby Jones Golf Course project. There will be interactive stations and the ability to provide additional written input on comment cards.
October 20, 2019
Please take a moment to complete the Bobby Jones Golf Club – Park Masterplan Community Input Survey.
Survey Deadline is November 20, 2019