6 November 2024 – Significant progress is being made on repairs. The marine contractor has finished repair of the Ferry slip bulkheads today! This will enable the Ferry to be placed back into its slip. An electrician has been selected to rebuild the Ferry Dock House electrical system. They will secure the permit and will coordinate with Florida Power &…
2 October 2024 – The Ferry slip has been repaired and the Ferry is back in the water! The beach dock and remaining boardwalk are mostly intact and can be utilized. A new set of steps will be constructed on the end of the remaining boardwalk down to the beach. We are hoping all repairs can be completed by the…
6 August 2024 – The Beach Ferry will reopen on 7 August 2024 and will run under the normal schedule beginning at 8:30 AM. The Ferry was pulled out of the water and placed on a trailer in the parking lot prior to the storm, so there was no Ferry damage. There was flooding in the Ferry Dockhouse, including the…
19 July 2024 – Boat Ramp users, we are experiencing disrupted operations due to improper use of the Boat Ramp lock causing frustration, delays, and expense. The electronic lock and smartphone application has greatly improved convenience and security for members. Unfortunately, if the lock shackle is fully extended from the lock base, the lock will no longer function. This is…
19 July, 2024 – On 17 July, 2024, the SVBET had its annual U.S. Coast Guard inspection of the Beach Ferry and its operation. This is an extremely thorough in-the-water and out-of-the-water inspection. Operational and maintenance logs are reviewed. You may have noticed the Captains keeping a head count of the number of passengers and people on the beach. This…
9 May 2024 Sea turtle nesting season has begun and nests are already being marked. As a reminder, sea turtle nesting season officially runs May 1-October 31 each year. All sea turtles are endangered species. The South Venice Beach has many species that nest here, including the rare Kemps-Ridley. It is a federal offense to tamper with the sea turtles…